Every year more than one million people immigrate to the United States. Most immigrants join other family members already living in the country who can help them get settled. But many others, particularly refugees, have no family to ease the transition. They have to rely on churches, nonprofits, and government agencies for help. One of these nonprofits is located in the college town of Bowling Green, Ky. Every year the International Center of Bowling Green helps hundreds of immigrants find…

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