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Social Issues

Language 'No. 1' in bridging Melrose divide

Language 'No. 1' in bridging Melrose divide

If a handful of people crossing the cultural divide make a big difference in a community, Peggy Stokman in Melrose is one of them.
by Jennifer Vogel

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Northfield program shrinks Latino achievement gap

Northfield program shrinks Latino achievement gap

High school senior Jhosi Martinez is making college plans, something that 10 years ago wouldn't have been likely in her hometown of Northfield, Minn.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Living side by side and looking to connect

Living side by side and looking to connect

Luisa Trapero is a rarity, an elected Latino official in outstate Minnesota. She'd like to help other Latinos take steps to bridge gaps between Latino and white cultures that often exist side by side.
by Jennifer Vogel

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El programa de Northfield reduce la brecha de logros latinos

El programa de Northfield reduce la brecha de logros latinos

Jhosi Martínez, estudiante de cuarto año de escuela secundaria, hace planes para la universidad, algo que hace 10 años hubiera sido casi imposible en su pueblo de Northfield, Minnesota.
by Elizabeth Baier

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El viaje de una joven inmigrante la lleva a alcanzar el permiso para quedarse

El viaje de una joven inmigrante la lleva a alcanzar el permiso para quedarse

La residente de St. James, Irma Márquez, se convirtió este mes en una de las primeras latinas del pais en recibir estatus diferido, lo cual le permitió quedarse legalmente en Estados Unidos por dos años y encontrar trabajo. La aceptación marco un hito en un largo viaje, lo cual todavía la deja con desafíos.
by Jennifer Vogel

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Professor builds Latino - white bridge in Morris, Minn.

Professor builds Latino - white bridge in Morris, Minn.

Venezuelan native Windy Roberts uses language to bring two cultures together in the western Minnesota university town of Morris, where a large dairy operation draws skilled veterinarians from Mexico.
by Jennifer Vogel

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Young immigrant's journey leads to permission to stay

Young immigrant's journey leads to permission to stay

St. James resident Irma Marquez this month became one of the earliest Latinos in the nation to received deferred status allowing her legally to stay in the United States for two years and to find work. Acceptance marked a milestone in a long journey, one that still leaves her with challenges.
by Jennifer Vogel

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Vidas paralelas, tratando de conectarse

Vidas paralelas, tratando de conectarse

Luisa Trapero es una rareza, una funcionaria latina electa en una de las ciudades secundarias de Minnesota. A ella le gustaría ayudar a otros latinos a tomar medidas para salvar la brecha entre las culturas latinas y anglo que frecuentemente existen al lado la una de la otra.
by Jennifer Vogel

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U of M research: First connect, then lead

U of M research: First connect, then lead

University of Minnesota Extension research is delving into how leadership shifts in towns with substantial Latino populations.
by Dave Peters

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