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Presidential Proclamation for Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week 2024

Original title: Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander- Serving Institutions Week, 2024

September 20, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This proclamation recognizes the role of specific higher education institutions in serving Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students and highlights federal policy priorities regarding college affordability and institutional support.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

AANAPISI institutions

These institutions are the focus of federal funding programs and administrative initiatives mentioned in the proclamation.

AA and NHPI students

These students are the primary recipients of the educational services and financial aid programs referenced in the document.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 20, 2024.

What's next

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Summary

President Biden has proclaimed September 23 through September 29, 2024, as Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions () Week. The proclamation highlights the role of these institutions in supporting student success and outlines federal efforts to provide funding and resources to these colleges and universities.

Key Facts

There are nearly 200 Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) in the United States.
AANAPISIs confer more than half of all associate degrees and over one-third of baccalaureate degrees earned by AA and NHPI students.
The proclamation designates September 23–29, 2024, as AANAPISI Week.
The administration reports $5 billion in funding for these institutions via the American Rescue Plan.

Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an AANAPISI?

An Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution is a college or university that provides specific support and resources to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students.

What does this proclamation change for students?

The proclamation itself is a ceremonial recognition; however, it highlights existing federal programs like increases and student debt cancellation initiatives.

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Integration of Institutional Support and Debt Relief

The document explicitly links support for minority-serving institutions with broader administration goals regarding student debt cancellation and Pell Grant increases.

Department of Education Joseph R. Biden Jr.