Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
Long Le-Khac, an assistant professor at the University of California, Berkeley’s ethnic studies department, recently published a database that compiles 1,900 works of Asian American literature from 1971 to 2023.
As Suicide Prevention Month draws to a close, the New York City Health Department is encouraging New Yorkers to take action to support mental wellness for themselves and their neighbors. The Health Department offers a number of programs to support mental health and resilience as part of ongoing efforts to meet the HealthyNYC goal of … Read more
India was by far the largest recipient of H-1B visas last year, accounting for 71% of approved beneficiaries.
Anoop T. Balachandran (PI), from the FNES Department, is seeking participants aged 65+ for a study investigating the effect of weightlifting on muscle mass, strength, and function. Participants will complete a 20-week supervised weight training program and will receive financial compensation as well as an individualized report. Free on-campus parking will be provided. To participate, … Read more
Candidates should hold a PhD in English or in another appropriate interdisciplinary field with a specialization in literary study. Our new colleague will be responsible for developing and teaching courses in Asian American literature and culture at all levels of our curriculum, from beginning to advanced, and we welcome candidates who are equipped to teach … Read more
.S. Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus joined Robin Kelly (IL-02), co-chair of the Predominantly Black Institution Caucus, in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary Linda McMahon regarding the diversion of funds from Minority-Serving Institutions to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Reps Meng and Kelly were joined by leaders in … Read more