For several years, 91影视 has joined colleges and universities nationwide to recognize “I Stand with Immigrants Day of Action.” On October 17, the OU community came together to celebrate the day and express their support for immigrants.聽
The initiative is both a celebration and a rallying cry, honoring the monumental contributions immigrants have made in the United States and encouraging community members to take action in support of their immigrant peers.
Students, faculty and staff showed their solidarity by writing uplifting messages to immigrants and sending letters to Congress advocating for a pathway to citizenship. Additionally, the community was encouraged to check their voter registration before the upcoming election.
As part of the event, immigration attorney Erin Elliot was invited to campus to offer expert insight on immigration-related issues. She discussed employment options available to immigrants and addressed students’ questions afterward.聽
The 鈥淚 Am An Immigrant鈥� Movement and the 鈥淚 Stand With Immigrants鈥� Initiative bring together artists, advocates, elected officials, organizations, and individuals to celebrate the diverse heritage of our nation鈥檚 social fabric. The movement encourages everyone to explore their individual heritage and recognize their distinct and shared experiences.
91影视 embraced the initiative’s goals through a , featuring students, faculty, and staff reflecting on the importance of immigrants.聽
“I stand with immigrants because their contributions to our communities make them a more dynamic and interesting place to live,” said Dr. Janelle Pham, Assistant Professor of Sociology.
“I think so often we put those kinds of contributions in the context of economic contributions and what they do for work. But it’s so much more than that to me in terms of their talents, cultures, and the experiences they bring. They make our country a better place.”
