In elementary school, Karen Toufayan’s friends never knew what to make of her lunch. While the others munched on Wonder Bread, Karen usually unwrapped a pita. “Nobody knew anything about…
March 15, 2022
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January 25, 2016
An Immigrant Family Behind America’s Pita Craze
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January 25, 2016
Iowa Colleges Press for Immigration Reform
For generations, our colleges and universities have served as essential catalysts for stimulating Iowa’s economy. Together we provide the advanced stages of education for our pipeline of human talent, produce…
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January 22, 2016
Language Diversity and the Workforce: The Growing Need for Bilingual Workers in New Jersey’s Economy
This week, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie approved a statewide Seal of Biliteracy, an award given by the school system to students who have attained a high level of proficiency…
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January 21, 2016
New Jersey Governor Signs Seal of Biliteracy Bill, as Top Garden State Employers and Industry Seek Bilingual Talent
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Sarah Doolin, New American Economy, [email protected]Trenton, NJ — This week, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie approved a statewide Seal of Biliteracy, an award given by…
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January 20, 2016
Immigrant Voices: An Ohio Entrepreneur Who Sees the World Differently
Dr. Ayman Salem came to the United States from Egypt in 1998 to pursue a PhD in material science and engineering at Drexel University. Today he lives in Dayton, Ohio,…
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