Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2016): despite meeting the minimum number of criteria, the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because, despite meeting the minimum number of criteria, the petitioner's achievements were not sufficient for a favorable final merits determination. The AAO found that her awards were from student or non-professional competitions and her judging experience was with students, which did not demonstrate that she had risen to the very top of her field or achieved sustained national or international acclaim.
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Awards Judging Display At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Membership Original Contributions
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