Our America was founded as a refuge for pilgrims fleeing religious persecution. For centuries, other waves of refugees and immigrants followed: Irish, Germans, Russian Jews, Italians. All came seeking a better, safer life for themselves and their families. America gave them a home, and in return they have helped enrich and grow our nation with their culture, values, entrepreneurial spirit,…
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Welcoming Week Events: Friday September 14: Peace Bridge lit in orange & green To kick off the events for the community, on Friday, September 14th, the Peace Bridge will be lit in orange and green, the signature colors of the Welcoming Week. Saturday September 15: Welcoming Week reception at Expo 68 On Saturday, September 15th, Expo 68, a gallery…
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Klara Chomicka & Ryan Peters, Development & Communications University of Chicago and SUNY Oswego graduates respectively, Ms. Chomicka and Mr. Peters support the Development & Communications office's overarching fundraising, outreach and media initiatives. Ryan at SUNY Oswego. What do you feel is your your role in the Development and Communications Office here at the Institute? : A couple different things. My…
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Madi McEwen, Education & International Visitors Coordinator A University of Buffalo '18 graduate and ardent advocate for diversity & inclusion, Ms. McEwen is the Education & International Visitors Coordinator supporting her department in increasing global awareness and engagement of all Western New York residents. What did you study and what experiences do you have that are relevant to your position?…
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Audrey Herrera, Volunteer Coordinator A native of Albuquerque and lover of philosophical conversations, Ms. Herrera works in New American Integration coordinating volunteers and interns for both the HELLO program and the Institute's departments. Where are you from and how long have you been at the Institute? : I am from Albuquerque, New Mexico and have been at the Institute for close to…
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Elizabeth "Beth" Mercer, Self Sufficiency Coordinator A native of Orchard Park and all things health and wellness, Ms. Mercer works in New American Integration coordinating financial literacy programs for the Institute’s clients to become self-sufficient in their new lives in Western New York. Where are you from and what do you do here? : I have always lived in Western New…
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Lila Rollo, Refugee Case Coordinator A Buffalo native and something of a polyglot, Ms. Rollo works in New American Integration helping the Institute’s clients adjust to their new lives in Western New York. Where are you from, how long have you been at the Institute, and what do you do here? : I was born and raised here in Buffalo and…
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Kelly McCormick, from Buffalo, NY — New American Integration Master's Student @ University of Buffalo — Master's in Social Work (MSW) Places you’ve traveled to: Belgium, Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia, Mexico and Aruba. Why intern at the Institute? I wanted experience working with a non-profit and I feel as though the Institute plays such an important role in our community. Interning in…
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Maeve O'Brien, from Buffalo, NY — New American Integration, Employment Sophomore @ Canisius College — International Relations Places you’ve traveled to: Went to El Salvador for a week with a church group and I am currently working toward a Fulbright Scholarship to be an English Teaching Assistant in Malaysia. Why intern at the Institute? I thought the Institute was a great place…
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Sherrill Quinn, Preferred Communities Medical Case Manager An athlete through and through, Ms. Quinn works in New American Integration helping the Institute’s clients lead healthy lifestyles, manage chronic illnesses and to navigate the American healthcare system. What can you tell me about what you do as a Preferred Communities Medical Case Manager? : Much of what I do is extended case management,…
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