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I read this article. Where it states, “Well over three years ago the �鶹��ýBoard of Regents adopted a policy to extend eligibility for resident tuition rates to undocumented students….” I would like to comment that I think this is wrong and unfair. I am a graduate student with the University of Hawai’i, EDEP, doctoral program. I have lived here for 3.5 years and have been a full-time student. I have asked �鶹��ýto receive resident status since I live here, lease a condo, have a Hawai’i driver’s license, and am registered to vote here. I was declined. I am also an elder in the Puyallup tribe of Washington State. It is absurd that I am not given the same rights, privileges and services as undocumented students. Please comment on this.

Best Regards,

Kiyah Kivalahula