Students Redefine American Identity on 250th Birthday
#AmericanIdentity #StudentVoicesFor America's 250th birthday, NPR's Student Podcast Challenge received 700+ entries exploring identity. Students interviewed immigrant families, veterans, and activists, examining "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" through personal stories and historical reenactments. read more
ICE Detains NYC Student, Shaking Immigrant School
#ImmigrationStories #StudentVoicesDylan, a New York high school senior, was detained by ICE. His classmates, also immigrants, document their lives, expressing fear and grief while supporting him. Their stories highlight the personal toll of U.S. immigration policies on students and families. read more
#ColumbiaUniversity #StudentVoices
Columbia University students highlight that the administration's actions have diverted attention from final exams to concerns about physical safety. Calls for a focus on student voices rather than external influences are emphasized, as upheld by the Columbia College Student Council. read more