America has always been shaped by immigration, and each generation has made its impact on the history of the immigration process.
Many communities were formed by immigrant groups. Here in Missouri in the mid-1800s, for example, there were more German language newspapers than English. The first publicly financed kindergarten was created in St. Louis and provided instruction in German.
We are now at another period of changing demographics due to immigration, but this time it is the Hispanic population that is growing. One out of every six people in America identify as Hispanic, with that number increasing to one in four among American youth. How will these new demographics shape the country as we head further into the 21st Century?
Recent Immigration 101 Headlines:
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Births By U.S. Visitors: A Real Issue?
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Faces of Immigration: Martinez, Granddaughter of Immigrants, Rules With Her Head, Not Her Heart
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Blaming Republicans, Obama Tries to Rally Hispanic Support
Category: Immigration 101
Immigration and an African American Perspective — An African Heritage
The third segment of this Roundtable discussion highlights African heritage and African contributions to the “American personality.” Since Africa is a continent made up of many countries and tribes, is there a unifying culture and heritage? Share your thoughts after hearing what the panelist have to say.
Immigration and an African American Perspective — Identity, Purpose, Direction
In this second segment focused on immigration and the African American perspective the panelists discuss the complexity of being of African descent in America and how they each identify themselves; their perspectives may surprise you.
Immigration and an African American Perspective — A Sense of Belonging
Charles Bryson, director of public safety for the city of St. Louis, facilitated a Roundtable discussion with African American members of the St. Louis community to hear their perspective on immigration issues. In part one of their discussion they explore how the African American experience, both past and present, is affected by the concept of immigration.
Who’s An Immigrant?; As For Today…
Is America a nation of immigrants?; and see what we have in store for today.
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