Browsing by Subject "TX - Denton"

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    Barbra O. Interview
    (2022-08-02) Institute for Diversity & Civic Life; Department of Religious Studies
    This interview is with Barbra O., a master’s student in Milan, Italy who was born in Nigeria and grew up in Texas. She details navigating life as an immigrant child and the experiences that shaped her perception of community and self. She describes cultural connections, such as memories of food and family. Barbra compares her experiences in Texas with her life now in Italy.
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    Suleiman "Sal" Masoud Interview
    (2022-09-28) Institute for Diversity & Civic Life; Department of Religious Studies
    This interview is with Suleiman Masoud, an engineer and Palestinian immigrant living in El Paso, TX. Suleiman describes growing up in Palestine and Kuwait with details about his early education and village life. He talks about his decision to come to the States for college and his experience of embracing American culture. He shares details about his family growing up and compares his life as a child to what his children have been able to experience. Suleiman also talks about the power of names when it comes to assimilation and othering.