UMD Muslim Alliance for Social Change celebrates the immigrant experience

By Angela Roberts “No one leaves home unless home is the mouth of a shark.” These jarring words, spoken by sophomore computer science major Nimo Hired, kicked off the performances showcased in the Muslim Alliance for Social Change-sponsored event, “Untold Stories: The Immigrant Experience,” on Thursday, Oct. 19. Hired, the daughter of two Somali immigrants, read Warsan Shire’s poem, “Home,” to an audience of over … Continue reading UMD Muslim Alliance for Social Change celebrates the immigrant experience

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Students, Staff “Stand UP for Immigrants” for Indigenous Peoples Day

By Danielle Kiefer Students, staff and faculty gathered in Hornbake Plaza to show their support for immigrants at a gathering called “Stand UP for Immigrants” on Oct. 9. The event, which began at noon, started with student speakers from several campus groups, including the Asian American Student Union, American Indian Student Union, Political Latinxs United for Movement and Action in Society (PLUMAS) and UndocuBlack. Signs … Continue reading Students, Staff “Stand UP for Immigrants” for Indigenous Peoples Day

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Students, Staff “Stand UP for Immigrants” for Indigenous Peoples Day

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