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Americans By Heart: Undocumented Latino Students and the Promise of Higher Education (Multicultural Education Series)
William Perez
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Description for Americans By Heart: Undocumented Latino Students and the Promise of Higher Education (Multicultural Education Series)
Paperback. Series: Multicultural Education Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNFR; JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 300.
Americans by Heart examines the plight of undocumented Latino students as they navigate the educational and legal tightrope presented by their immigration status. Many of these students are accepted to attend some of our best colleges and universities but cannot afford the tuition to do so because they are not eligible for financial aid or employment. For the few that defy the odds and manage to graduate, their status continues to present insurmountable barriers to employment.
This timely and compelling account brings to light the hard work and perseverance of these students and their families, their commitment to education ... Read more
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Teachers College Press
Condition
New
Series
Multicultural Education Series
Number of Pages
208
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780807752838
SKU
V9780807752838
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About William Perez
William Pérez is an associate professor of education at Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, California.
Reviews for Americans By Heart: Undocumented Latino Students and the Promise of Higher Education (Multicultural Education Series)
“Whether one agrees or disagrees with the country’s current immigration policies, we all need to better understand the topic and hear the challenges, dreams, and struggles of these young people. This book is a compelling and thoughtful analysis.” ―William G. Tierney, University of Southern California “In America today a growing caste of youth is coming of age in the ... Read more