| Project Description: I would interview a series of 10 recently immigrated families from Spanish-speaking countries, and record their narratives. They would be asked questions concerning their background, how and why they came to the United States, what difficulties they face/faced, and what they see as the future for them as well as the hispanic community as a whole. I will then interview 5 hispanic business owners and ask them similar questions concerning background and what they see as the prospects for themselves and for their community.
The intent of this project is to examine the identity and the point of view of recent immigrants and immigrant families and to contrast that with the point of view and background of immigrants who have 'succeeded' in the business sense of the word. I would also like to compare and contrast the cultural identities of the two groups I interview, and look more closely at any differences that I may encounter. |
