Congratulations to 111 new U.S. citizens
April 14, 2023 | Congratulations to the 111 Institute citizenship clients who took the Oath of Allegiance and became U.S. citizens during St. Paul’s April naturalization ceremony! Many of our... READ MORE »
Immigration and Citizenship
Batiri’s Story
When Batiri thinks about Americans he sees patience and protection, generosity and sacrifice. He sees what he calls a natural instinct for Americans to give up their seat on transit,... READ MORE »
Immigration Updates
April 23, 2021 Immigration is ever-changing and Institute services are responding to meet the immigration needs of our clients and community. New or Returning Services On March 9, Secretary of... READ MORE »
Toan’s Story: “I felt that the United States would protect me.”
During his 35 years living in Minnesota, Toan worked his way from grocery store employee, to dishwasher, to chef, to three-time restaurant owner — but applying for U.S. citizenship hadn’t... READ MORE »
Fatumata’s Story: “So happy I can hardly sleep.”
When Fatumata was asked what it felt like to see her children after six years of separation, her knees buckled and a weighty laugh escaped her lips. “Is that you?”... READ MORE »
