PRESS

A selection of institutional features, media coverage, interviews, and public recognition highlighting my academic work, research, leadership, and community engagement.

FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS

Postcolonial?
– House of European History, European Parliament (2026)

Featured contributor to Postcolonial?, an international exhibition exploring the enduring legacies of European colonialism.

My personal story, "A Broken Promise of the Dutch Government," draws upon my undergraduate honors research to examine the impact of Dutch colonialism on my family history and the broader Moluccan community in the Netherlands.

"Leah Latumaerissa Brings Her Culture and History to Life"
– Western Michigan University Alumni Feature (2022)

A feature profile exploring my academic journey, interdisciplinary research, and commitment to preserving and sharing Moluccan history through scholarship, community engagement, and public dialogue.

"Student creates archival exhibit on Dutch colonialism and family tribute"
– Western Michigan University Libraries Feature (2022)

Article feature by Western Michigan University Libraries for creating an archival exhibit on Dutch colonialism, Moluccan history, and family memory, connecting historical research with personal tribute and public education.

MEDIA COVERAGE

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY

A collection of university news stories highlighting my academic research, leadership, student advocacy, public exhibitions, and recognition throughout my studies.

WESTERN HERALD

Coverage by Western Michigan University's independent student newspaper highlights my research, student leadership, community engagement, and advocacy initiatives throughout my academic career.

RADIO ORAS

Guest feature on Patulele by Radio Oras discussing my BA (Honors) Anthropology thesis, Moluccan family history, decolonization, and the launch of the Nunusaku Student Association Chapter in the Netherlands.

TITASTORY

Coverage by TitaStory, an independent Moluccan newspaper based in Maluku, highlighting my public statements on Moluccan human rights concerns and calls for international attention.