Forbidden to be American
Every year 65,000 teenagers graduate from high school and have nowhere to go. Unlike other students, these graduates cannot get a job, join the military, or qualify for in-state tuition […]
Author Archives: srebecalopez
La Misma Luna (Under the Same Moon)
Under the Same Moon is one of many films that touch on the topic of immigration. This movie is about a mother who leaves her son in Mexico to come to the […]
Change in values: My sister vs. Me
Most of what we believe to be morally correct and the values we hold are a result of what we were taught by our family. Many Hispanic immigrants were raised […]
Too quick to judge: Youth and Gang Involvement
Gangs. There is so much one can learn about them but many do not take the time to do so and simply judge them and the people in them. James […]
Diversity in “American” Food
What is American Food? If you asked almost anyone, people would name foods such as hamburgers, hot dogs, meatloaf, roast beef, fried chicken, and the list goes on. These foods, […]
Immigration Talk 