A leap of fate for the siblings: An interview with my own immigrant sister in NJ

Material Information

Title:
A leap of fate for the siblings: An interview with my own immigrant sister in NJ
Series Title:
Oral History of Middlesex County
Creator:
Toe Kaung Khant
Toe Nyein Su
Espinoza-Wulach, Cristóbal ( Advisor )
Place of Publication:
Edison, NJ
Publisher:
Middlesex College
Publication Date:
Copyright Date:
2023
Language:
English
Physical Description:
16 Minutes 50 Seconds, M4A

Subjects

Subjects / Keywords:
Burmese Americans-- Middlesex County (N.J.)
Middlesex County (N.J.) -- history -- Oral Histories
Immigrants -- United States
Genre:
oral histories ( lcsh )
Temporal Coverage:
2023 Spring ( - 2023 )
Spatial Coverage:
New Jersey -- Middlesex County

Notes

Abstract:
Both the interviewer and the interviewee migrated to the United States of America approximately two years ago. The interview starts with a description of the mother land of the interviewer and interviewee (Myanmar aka. Burma). Continuing on the introduction is a brief summary of life in Myanmar. From this point, the interview elaborates the interview's reason and preparation for immigration as well as her first impressions of the country. Furthermore, the interview discusses the difficulties as well as the advantages of this country while noting the key differences between the education systems of the two countries.Finally, the interview discusses on the interviewee's tips for those who are keen on immigration and those who are hesitant on welcoming immigrants.
Abstract:
This is an audio recording and audio transcript of an oral history interview that took place as part of the class projects for Middlesex County College's History 221H class in the Fall of 2023.
General Note:
(Venue) Recorded on 16/12/23

Record Information

Source Institution:
Middlesex College Institution
Holding Location:
Middlesex College Institution
Rights Management:
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