Tuesday, November 17

4:00pm – 5:30pm

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Part of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 365 Symposium

This panel will discuss the experiences of Black international students at URI. Black international students face unique challenges as they navigate issues related to 1) visa restrictions, 2) being a black person in a racialized society, 3) racialized xenophobia, 4) Microaggressions (racial assaults), and 5) the weaponization of the English language. 

Panelists: Asta Zerue Habtemichael, Doctoral Student, Biological and Environmental Sciences; Benrina Kanu, Graduate Student, Marine Affairs ; and Cherie S. Rowe, MBA

Moderator: Safie Sagna, MA, Doctoral Student, School of Education; Coordinator, Food and Housing Security, Dean of Students Office; Graduate Scholar in Residence, Community, Equity and Diversity.