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Research Demonstrates the Impact of Culturally-relevant Higher Education on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Students

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A groundbreaking study conducted by NYU sheds light on the needs of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students in higher education institutions. The study challenges the model minority myth that portrays these groups as universally successful in academics.

The research, led by Assistant Professor Mike Hoa Nguyen, focused on Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) that receive federal funding to support ethnic and racial minorities. Nguyen’s findings, published in The Review of Higher Education, highlighted the crucial role these institutions play in addressing the unique educational needs of AA&NHPI students.

The study examined two institutions on opposite coasts, revealing a five-tiered process that enhances students’ learning experiences. This process includes AA&NHPI focused coursework, teaching and mentoring, advanced coursework, academic and research development, and professional and community experience.

Students shared their positive experiences with the program, emphasizing the impact of culturally relevant coursework and mentorship. One student expressed how a course on Asian Women in the United States helped her understand issues affecting her community for the first time.

Nguyen emphasized the importance of AANAPISIs in providing critical resources to uplift students and combat the model minority myth. These institutions enroll over 40% of all AA&NHPI undergraduates, yet account for only six percent of all colleges and universities.

The study’s findings offer valuable insights for policymakers and educators seeking to enhance educational equity and support for minority students. With funding from the UCLA Institute of American Cultures and the UCLA Asian American Studies Center, this research paves the way for a more inclusive and supportive higher education environment for all students.

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