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Home > Immigration Library   Print View   Handouts Cycles of Nativism in U.S. History Unity in Diversity: The Hallmark of American Immigration Case Study of Bias Post-September 11 Mockup of Asylum Application in "Pig Latin" Colombia Asylum Case Story (Spanish Language Version) Immigrants in the News A list of names of first generation immigrants who left their homelands to reside in the United States. The contributions of these and other immigrants have enriched our culture, advanced our sciences, and inspired us throughout the years. Immigration Projects: Connecting to the Community Minnesota Muslims Denounce Attacks, Brace for Harassment Mock-up of Asylum Application in English Post-September 11 Background Information Immigrants and the Economy What can you do to make a difference? Ideas to raise awareness and make a positive impact on refugee and immigrant issues Employment-Based Immigration (2004) This fact sheet provides an overview of employment-based immigration. Colombia Asylum Case Story (English Language Version) US Supreme Court Case Study: The Story of Jeyse Jama Handout 2.6: A Quick History of Immigration in Minnesota This handout focuses on immigration to Minnesota from the Native Americans to the influx of refugees in the 1980's.  (To be used with Activity 2.1 if deciding to include a focus on Minnesota)  Click to download a printable PDF version of Handout 2.6: A Quick History of Immigration in Minnesota. The 1918 Sedition Act and The Palmer Raids Reasons Immigrants are Legally Admitted to the United States Principals upon which U.S. Immigration policy is based. Handout 3.4: Where Do Immigrants Come From? The handout lists the the number of legal immigrants admitted from the top twenty countries sending immigrants to the U.S. in 2005. Top Ten Strategies to Confront Bias Family-Sponsored Immigration (2004) This fact sheets provides an overview of laws governing family sponsored immigration. Handout 2.4: Immigrants to the United States by Region of Origin This handout breaks down the numbers and percentages of immigrants by region of origin into 40 period increments.  It is designed for use with Activity 2.1.  Click to download a printable PDF version of Handout 2.4: Immigrants to the U.S. by Region of Origin Current Immigration Information in Minnesota This handout gives recent information on the numbers of immigrants to Minnesota, drawing comparisons to national statistics. Jewish-American Experience Timeline Activity 3.7: Immigration Law Basics - Powerpoint Present a slideshow to provide students with an overview of immigration laws and policies.  The accompanying worksheet will focus attention on the main ideas and vocabulary and will serve as notes for future reference. Fleeing For Your Life A refugee role-play activity. Immigrants and Public Benefits (2003) This fact sheet reviews the eligibility of immigrants for public benefits. Overview of Asylum Law A general overview of the concept of asylum. Handout 2.5: Chronology: Changes in US immigration and Naturalization Laws This handout, organized chronologically from 1790-2004, briefly explains significant legislation that impacted the flow of immigrants.  (To be used with Activity 2.1)  Click to download a printable PDF version of Handout 2.5: Chronology - Changes in U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Laws Togo Asylum Case Story (French Language Version) An Immigration Dialogue Case Study of Democratic Citizenship Post-September 11 Togo Asylum Case Story: (English Language Version) Handout 2.3: Historical Data on Immigration to the United States This handout shows the patterns of immigration to the United States over the last two centuries. (To be used with Activity 2.1)  Click to download a printable PDF version of Handout 2.3:  Historical Data on Immigration to the U.S. Refugee and Asylee (2004) This fact sheet provides answers to some common questions about refugees and asylees. Driver's License Restriction Jewish Law and the Refugee Convention Two Major Points of Refugee and Asylum Law: Ancient Jewish Law and The Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees Naturalization Charting the Refugee Journey: A Personal Story Handout 2.1: Number of Immigrant Arrivals by Decade The graph on this handout is to be used with Activity 2.1.  Click to download a printable PDF version of Handout 2.1 Handout 2.2: Immigration and World Events Timeline This handout shows the world events effecting the flow of immigrants.  (To be used with Activity 2.1)  Click to download a printable PDF version of Handout 2.2: Immigration and World Events Timeline A Quick History of Immigration in Minnesota This handout provides facts about the original settlers to Minnesota and the two major waves of immigration to the state. Handout 3.3: Foreign-Born as a Percent of U.S. Population

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