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Oct 02
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Rita Levi-Montalcini: Celebrating Italian Heritage Month

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In celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Nobel Prize-winning neurobiologist Rita Levi-Montalcini. Born in Turin, Italy, in 1909, Levi-Montalcini started her career there before joining Washington University in St. Louis as a research associate in…
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Sep 29
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Desi Arnaz: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Cuban American Desi Arnaz, a trailblazing figure in the entertainment industry. Desi Arnaz was born in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, in 1917. At 16, following the dangerous Cuban Revolution…
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Sep 24
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IIB Training: Intro to Court Interpreting

By Education, I/T Service Update
Intro to Court Interpreting Enhance your interpreting skills with our Court Interpreting training. Not only will this training instill the importance of professional conduct and ethical responsibilities, but you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the United States legal system. Open to interpreters of all levels, This training session meant for beginners in the field of interpreting but also serves as…
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Sep 22
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Tom Araya: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Chilean American metal vocalist and bassist Tom Araya. Tomás Enrique Araya Díaz was born in Viña del Mar, Chile, in 1961. At the age of five, Araya and…
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Sep 15
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Jaime Escalante: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing Bolivian American educator Jaime Escalante. Jaime Escalante was born in La Paz, Bolivia, in 1930. A son of teacher parents, Escalante immigrated to the United States in the…
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Aug 27
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In Case You Missed It! Rizzo-Choi Interviewed on The Rusk Report

By Education, Media Mentions, News
  In case you missed it, Executive Director Jennifer Rizzo-Choi recently appeared on the Rusk Report, via Audacy Radio. Rizzo-Choi discusses the International Institute of Buffalo’s 107 years of service in Western New York, as well as the variety of social service programs we offer. She explains what makes refugees unique within the larger framework of different immigration designations and…
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Jun 27
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Cardinal Warde: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

By Education, History, News
In celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Barbadian American Dr. Cardinal Warde, a trailblazing electrical engineer. Cardinal Warde was born in Christ Church, Barbados, in 1945. At the age of 20, he immigrated to the…
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Jun 24
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Patrick Ewing: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

By Education, History, News
In celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight NBA All-Star player Patrick Ewing. Patrick Ewing was born in Kingston, Jamaica, in 1962. At 12 years old, he immigrated to the United States with his family, settling…
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Jun 16
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Camille Wardrop Alleyne: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight aerospace engineer, Dr. Camille Wardrop Alleyne. Camille Wardrop Alleyne was born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, in 1966. At the age of 17, she immigrated to the United…
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