Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Geology / Environmental Engineering (2009): did not establish sustained national or international
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish sustained national or international acclaim at the time of filing the petition. The AAO agreed with the director that the evidence submitted, such as awards and judging experience, was too old (predating the petition by over 13 years) and therefore did not demonstrate current acclaim. The petitioner also failed to meet other claimed criteria.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others
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