Lesson Summary: Students will learn about the much unknown history of racism against Asian Americans, what Asian Americans have had to endure and how the current perceptions of Asian Americans have manifested. Through reflection, critical thinking and much needed discussion, … Continued
Nearly 80% of Asian Americans say that they do not feel respected and are discriminated against in the U.S.
No country, China included — is about to displace the U.S. in terms of overall power resources in the next few decades.
“We need to make sure that our community is educated so that they know what their rights are” – John C. Yang
“I’ve heard from so many individuals who are afraid of pursuing a career in science or academia because they fear being falsely accused of spying and being racially profiled simply because they are Chinese” – Congresswoman Judy Chu
We need to educate the public to have the policymakers know that we are talking about fundamental research, not sensitive or classified research” – Xiaoxing Xi
Between 2000 and 2019, Asian population in the U.S. grew 81%, from roughly 10.5 million to a record 18.9 million.
“Liberal arts students tend to be women from well-off families, while STEM students are more likely to be men from poorer households”
20 million people of Asian ancestry now live in the U.S.
1990 Institute Beyond the Conversation Webinar on May 27, 2021.
