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Dr. Thomas Mensah: Black History Month and Recognizing Notable Black Immigrants and Refugees

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As Black History Month comes to a close, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential black immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape the vibrant tapestry of America. Today, we spotlight Ghanaian American inventor and engineer, Dr. Thomas Mensah. Born in Ghana in 1950, Thomas Mensah was known as a bright and inquisitive child who…
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Vadym Kolesnik: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete’s Imprint on Olympic Games

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As the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan recently came to a close, we’ll  highlight our last world-class immigrant athlete who competed for Team USA in Italy. Today, we spotlight Ukrainian American skater Vadym Kolesnik. Born in Ukraine in 2001, Vadym Kolesnik was three years old when his grandmother first laced up his skates. As a teenager, he immigrated to Detroit,…
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Christina Carreira: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete’s Imprint on Olympic Games

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In the spirit of the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan, we’re highlighting world-class immigrant athletes who are currently or have competed for the U.S. National Team. Today, we spotlight Canadian American Christina Carreira, one of the team's premier ice dancers. Christina Carreira was born in Montreal, Canada, in 2000. She began ice skating by the time she was three, inspired…
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Phillip Emeagwali: Black History Month and Recognizing Notable Black Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Black History Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential Black immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing Nigerian American computer scientist, Phillip Emeagwali. Born in Nigeria in 1954, Phillip Emeagwali mastered calculus by middle school, surpassing his instructors, but paused his schooling when the…
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Team USA immigrant Olympic athlete Kaillie Humphries

Kaillie Humphries: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete’s Imprint on Olympic Games

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Photo Credit: Associated Press As the 2026 Winter continue, we are recognizing world-class immigrant athletes who are or have competed for the U.S. National Team. Today, we spotlight the most decorated women’s bobsledder in history, Kaillie Humphries. Born September 4, 1985, Kaillie Humphries grew up in Alberta, Canada. Her passion for sports started early, initially focused on the slopes with…
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Celia Cruz: Black History Month and Recognizing Notable Black Immigrants and Refugees

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Celia Cruz In honor of Black History Month, we will recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential black immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape the vibrant tapestry of America. Today, we spotlight Cuban American and Grammy Award-winning singer, Celia Cruz. Known as “The Queen of Salsa,” Cruz’s globally acclaimed career spanned from the 1940s into the 2000s.…
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Campbell Wright: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete’s Imprint on Olympic Games

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In the spirit of the 2026 Olympics Games in Milan, we’re highlighting world-class immigrant athletes who are currently or have competed for the U.S. National Team. Today, we spotlight Campbell Wright, a rising star in international biathlon competition. Campbell Wright was born to American parents who emigrated from the U.S. to New Zealand, granting him dual citizenship. Wright is recognized…
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Delroy Lindo: Black History Month and Recognizing Notable Black Immigrants and Refugees

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Delroy Lindo Credit: Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP In honor of Black History Month, we will recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential black immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape the vibrant tapestry of America. Today, we spotlight British American and Academy Award-nominated actor Delroy Lindo. Delroy Lindo was born in London in November 1952 to parents from…
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Cardinal Warde: 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 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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Patrick Ewing: 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 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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