Date of Decision: July 22, 2015
Service Center: Texas Service Center
Form Type: Form I-140
Case Type: EB1 Extraordinary Ability
Petitioner Information
Profession: Competitive Runner
Field: Athletics
Nationality: Not specified
Summary of Decision
Initial Decision: Denied
Appeal Outcome: Dismissed
Evidentiary Criteria Analysis
Criteria Met
Documentation of the alien’s receipt of lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards for excellence in the field of endeavor:
The evidence supports that the petitioner has received lesser internationally recognized prizes for excellence in competitive running.
Documentation of the alien’s membership in associations in the field for which classification is sought, which require outstanding achievements of their members, as judged by recognized national or international experts in their disciplines or fields:
The petitioner demonstrated her membership on the Olympic team representing her country and in major international competitions.
Published material about the alien in professional or major trade publications or other major media, relating to the alien’s work in the field for which classification is sought:
The evidence includes qualifying published material about the petitioner in major media outlets.
Criteria Not Met
Evidence of the alien’s original scientific, scholarly, artistic, athletic, or business-related contributions of major significance in the field:
The petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate that her contributions as a competitive runner have had a major significance in the field of athletics.
Key Points from the Decision
Awards and Prizes Won
The petitioner provided evidence of receiving lesser nationally and internationally recognized prizes for excellence in competitive running.
Published Materials About the Petitioner
The petitioner submitted qualifying published material about her achievements in major media outlets, contributing to her recognition in the field.
Original Contributions of Major Significance
The evidence did not sufficiently demonstrate that the petitioner’s contributions as a competitive runner were of major significance in the field.
Membership in Associations
The petitioner successfully demonstrated membership in the Olympic team and other major international competitions.
Supporting Documentation
- Olympic Team Membership: Documentation of the petitioner’s participation in the Olympic Games and other international competitions.
- Published Articles: Articles and media coverage about the petitioner’s achievements in competitive running.
- Awards and Prizes: Evidence of internationally recognized prizes and awards received by the petitioner.
Conclusion
Final Determination: The appeal is dismissed.
Reasoning: The petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence demonstrating sustained national or international acclaim as a competitive runner. The evidence did not establish that the petitioner’s achievements have been recognized at the top of her field.
Next Steps: The petitioner may file a motion to reconsider or reopen the decision within 33 days if they believe there has been an error.
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