Language, Identity and Inclusion: Missing Voices in Metro State’s Library, Skyway, and New Main

Authors

• Scarlett Vang, Metropolitan State University
• Melissa Vang, Metropolitan State University
• Kadidja Abdourahman Souleiman, Metropolitan State University
• Robinson Vang, Metropolitan State University

Department

Writing, Literature, and Language

Document Type

Poster

Abstract

The goal of this study is to examine the signs around

Metropolitan State University and see whether they

truly reflect the diversity of its students. We want to

understand whether the languages used on campus

help students feel included and represented while

bringing a sense of belonging, especially for

multilingual students. We collected photos of signs

from the Library, Skyway, and New Main building to

analyze language use on campus.

Publication Date

Spring 4-9-2026

Comments

Spring 2026: Student Research Conference

Excellence in Knowledge Sharing Award:

• Scarlett Vang
• Melissa Vang 

Audience Choice: Scarlett Vang

Recommended Citation

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Vang, Scarlett; Vang, Melissa; Abdourahman Souleiman, Kadidja; and Vang, Robinson, "Language, Identity and Inclusion: Missing Voices in Metro State’s Library, Skyway, and New Main" (2026). Student Scholarship. 44.
https://metroworks.metrostate.edu/student-scholarship/44

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