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Kathryn Libal Reappointed as HRI Director
Vice President of Global Affairs Daniel Weiner announced the reappointment of Associate Professor of Social Work and Human Rights Kathryn Libal to a second five year term…
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We Stand With Our International Students
Yesterday, in a Massachusetts court room, the U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agreed to rescind its July 6th rule for international students. It was a…
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Welcome Alyssa Webb, Educational Program Coordinator
We are delighted to welcome Alyssa Webb as the Educational Program Coordinator for the Human Rights Institute. For many of you, Alyssa will be a familiar face, as…
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