Many of the students and former students who were interviewed talk about the idea of “home.” Some students think of their countries of origin as home. Some think about their new homes here in Maryland or in other parts of the United States. For some, home is wherever their family…Continue reading “Questions for Reflection and Discussion”
History in the Making
Documenting Stories of Immigrant and Refugee Students at Montgomery College
The Project
Winner of the 2024 American Association of Community Colleges Award for Faculty Innovation, this project shares stories of resilience, strength, and hope. Montgomery College’s diverse student body is one of its most valuable resources.
David (“Dave”) Mike Legrand from Haiti
David (“Dave”) Mike Legrand was born in 1995 in Haiti and now lives with his family in Adelphi, Maryland. He speaks…
Mansoureh (“Mansi”) Amiri from Iran
Mansoureh (“Mansi”) Amiri was born in Tabriz, Iran near the Turkish border and grew up in Tehran, Iran. She now lives…
Clark from China
“Clark” chose to use a pseudonym and to keep his camera off. He was born in 1987 and is originally from…
Purpose
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History in the Making 