How else can higher education institutions and organizations better serve older immigrant students?
Kluetmeier: It is not so much about serving immigrants as it is about recognizing the assets they bring to our institutions and our communities. Immigrants are often perceived as a drain on society, but they have tremendous knowledge, skills, and experiences that they are eager to share. The trick is to build relationships and trust to facilitate ways that others can benefit from this resource. We live in a global society where linguistic and cultural competence have become increasingly critical skills for all members of society. This is a segment of our population that can contribute to the development of these skills, but we don’t always recognize that. For more information about adult education initiatives visit First Stop, ACE’s clearinghouse on lifelong learning.
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