Tag Archives: Guam

Bette Bolivar is one of US Navy’s Highest Ranking Females

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Jeff

When Babette “Bette” Bolivar’s father joined the navy, Filipinos like him and my father were limited to jobs like being a steward or a cook.   In an interview with the Philippine Star, she talks about the path that has lead … Continue reading →

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Pacific Islander Students struggle under the AAPI umbrella

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Jeff

The umbrella term AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) is a broad one that catches many under the model minority stereotype that comes with it, even while some, like many Pacific Islanders, are struggling for success.  Pacific Islanders (PI), those people … Continue reading →

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