Know Y(our) History: Immigrant Realities

The topic of immigration has often been represented by the media through a single image. Yet, every immigration story is different, and each community has its own reality.

We will have (1) student storytelling/video clips that highlight immigrant experiences across cultures and (2) practical workshops to help design immigrant careers, create supportive art and brainstorm future ideas for pro-immigrant events.

This event is an opportunity to hear from a range of immigration histories and engage in activities to concretely support immigrants. This evening is organized by Andikan Archibong PO ’17, Post-Baccalaureate Fellow; The Hive; Nicole Weekes, Ph.D., Associate Dean of the College; and the President’s Advisory Committee of Diversity (PACD).

The focus of this particular KYH event is on students. However, and as always, the event is free and open to the public. Join us at 8pm in The Hive.

— 9PM BREAKOUT WORKSHOP OPTIONS —

W1: [The Immigrants Guide To Designing A Career]
Practical perspectives on how immigrants can build their career. Facilitated activities around: professionalism, networking, entrepreneurship/monetizing a side hustle, academic and career decisions

W2: [Brainstorming Pro-Immigrant Projects/Events]
Facilitated brainstorming on concrete ideas for future events and activities faculty, staff and students can do to support immigrants i.e. fundraisers, panels/speakers, in-class activities, community projects, etc.

W3: [Creating Art and Cards To Support Immigrants]
Facilitated activities that use arts and crafts supplies to create cards, posters, buttons etc. to show support for immigrant family, friends and loved ones.

Catered by Pomona College