UK Hosts Discussion on Conversing About Anti-Asian Hate With International Students
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 26, 2021) — From “kung flu” to the “China virus,” the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rise in anti-Asian hate, culminating in the mass shooting at Atlanta-area spas. How is this surge in xenophobia affecting international students, 70% of whom are from Asia? The University of Kentucky Office of China Initiatives (OCI) and Latitude(s) is hosting a much-needed conversation on anti-Asian hate and international students at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 28. This panel discussion will be moderated by Karin Fischer, longtime higher-education journalist with a focus on i...