Schroeder, Christopher, authorUtah State University Press, publisher2007-01-032007-01-032011http://hdl.handle.net/10217/88087Includes bibliographical references and index.Diversity, despite what we say, disturbs us. In the U.S., we debate linguistic rights, the need for an official language, and educational policies for language minority students. On the one hand, we believe in the rights of individuals, including (at least in the academy) the right to one's own language. On the other hand, we sponsor a single common language, monolingual and standard, for full participation and communication in both the academy and in U.S. society.pt. 1. The problems -- pt. 2. Everyday experiences at NEIU -- pt. 3. Connections and conclusions.born digitalbooksengCopyright and other restrictions may apply. User is responsible for compliance with all applicable laws. For information about copyright law, please see https://libguides.colostate.edu/copyright.All rights reserved. User is responsible for compliance. Please contact University Press of Colorado at https://upcolorado.com/our-books/rights-and-permissions for use information.Hispanic Americans -- Education (Higher) -- Case studiesEnglish language -- Study and teaching -- Spanish speakers -- Case studiesLiteracy -- Social aspects -- United States -- Case studiesHispanic Americans -- Ethnic identity -- Case studiesTextAccess is limited to the Adams State University, Colorado State University, Colorado State University Pueblo, Community College of Denver, Fort Lewis College, Metropolitan State University Denver, Regis University, University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, University of Colorado Denver, University of Denver, University of Northern Colorado, University of Wyoming, Utah State University and Western Colorado University communities only.