..."Family" plays a significant role in Hispanic culture. It helps us spread and maintain our Spanish heritage through each generation. The importance of the unique language and deep love towards each other, makes the Latino culture such a caring and vibrant background. Nevertheless, when my parents got divorced, these traditional ideas became ironic. I am Puerto Rican and Dominican, my moms’ side is Puerto Rican and my dads’ side is Dominican. Therefore being and growing up Hispanic was inevitable. In 6th grade, though, when my mom told me that her and my dad were getting a divorce; being Hispanic and tying in the concept of "family" was separated as well. Ever since then, I have watched my single mom struggle through jobs, whether she likes...
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...Latino population is the fastest growing ethnic group today According to experts The Disappearing Act” the number of Americans of Hispanic decent is growing at a rate four times faster than that of the rest of the population a figure that is expected to double in forty-years (US Census Bureau 2003). This trend for Hispanic population tend to be of the younger population which means a driving workforce growth. America has yet to seize on the college market for the Latino society. Hispanic men are continuing to disappear from the American Education Landscape in large numbers. According to Men of color it states, “Even as the total number of Latina/os attending college and attaining degrees has increased steadily in recent decades, the proportional representation of Latino male continues to decline relative to their female peers” (Saenz and Ponjuan 2009).There are many challenges that young Hispanic men have to overcome that other groups are not faced with, social and economic limitations, language barrier, being the first generation to graduate college and cultural stereotypes. Some of these issues are identifiable but too many get unnoticed and unaware for school personnel to be able to intervene and help these students. Education provides the tools for individuals to succeed regardless of race, gender, or income. The fears of why or how Hispanic males are not reaching college success are difficult to understand. Through my own experiences with the young Latino male in college...
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...A. Culture and Diversity Culture is defined as our way of life, everything that is shared, passed on or transmitted from one generation to the next. Diversity is defined as a state of unlikeness, the condition of being different or a variety or range of different things. Everybody is diverse. B. Identify four aspects of diversity that have influenced your personal identity. Religion, gender, social status, personality 1a.) Social Status: One observable characteristic is appearance. Growing up, my family was lower middle class in a predominantly upper class town. Although we were always clean, our clothes were often ill-fitting, or third generation hand me downs. This led to a lot of teasing and bullying as a child and into my teenage years. As an adult, I am very conscious of my appearance, and am still very sensitive to any ridicule about my appearance. I am also very meticulous in how my children are dressed and presented to society, in hopes of preventing them from the teasing I was put through as a child. Religion: One observable characteristic is beliefs. I grew up Catholic, it was very apparent to others what religion we were due to specific traditions of the Catholic religion, especially during Lent. In high school, I made the transition from pubic school, to a private Catholic school in our community, which made my religious beliefs even that much more apparent. 1b.) Social Status:...
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...their Trans fat and calories. According to some research in most ethnic groups the diets need improvement. The Hispanic children in the US are the greater risk for obesity than other ethnic/racial groups in the United States, in a study 1,030 Hispanic children between the age of 4 and 19 found less than optimal diets in both overweight and non-overweight participants. Information about Hispanics in the US eat has been compiled through a national survey conducted USDA. The Hispanics are less likely to consume vegetables, although they have a slightly consumption of fruits. Compared to the non-Hispanics. Hispanics love whole milk but they don’t like low fat or skim milk. Also there are more likely to eat beef but less likely to eat processed meats such as hot dogs. Obesity and overweight are issues that the government has received attention and also health related institutions. In United States obesity has increased dramatically in the last couple of years with an average of 5 out of 10 death related to overweight and obesity. Mexican-American have had the highest increase since 1991, I think the socio-economic is the primary factor instead of cultural ideals or beliefs. Obesity comes with poor nutrition, Traditions and superstitions also dictate eating habits. For example, throughout the U.S. on New Year's Day, one can find pots of beans or black-eyed peas being cooked for good luck in the...
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...It is common to classify “Hispanics/Latinos” into a single category; however, these people come from a variety of countries, have their own cultures, and can even speak a variety of languages. It is important to remember that these people are human beings like any other group of people and they have their own unique lives and stories. These stories are rather important as they tell us the harsh reality of immigration through personal narratives, and many Hispanic immigrants like sharing their stories to inform others and give themselves a voice. Personal narratives tell us that Hispanic immigration to the United States needs to be reformed promptly. These narratives tell us that immigration will never end despite the current US government’s...
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...I am Japanese. I am Hispanic. I am of Korean decent. I am white. I am Canadian. I don’t have a race or a culture. These statements are common examples of how many people view their race and identity. Even though many are unsure or unaware of what it really means to have a culture, we make claims about it everyday. Some feel they have a race, while others simply feel they do not. We include based on who fits into this ideal and exclude those who don’t. Our knowledge of culture, ethnicity and identity is subconsciously internalized on a daily basis through constant social interactions. Although there were many times I was surrounded by my own culture and race, it had taken me years to become comfortable within my own skin. I grew up with two...
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...type of culture. It is the environment that we live in that determines what we learn, how we learn it, and the rules for living with others. My family and I are Peruvian. That would make me Hispanic in the United States. My origins are straight from Peru. I came to the United States when I was 12 years old, so my beliefs and traditions haven’t changed from when I was still in Peru. There are rules that are transmitted from one generation to the next and are often adapted to the times and locations, and these rules are absorbed by children as we develop and learn about home country traditions, customs and beliefs. These customs will still follow us throughout your life. Although a person can be broken down into one specific race, it does not speak for what and who we really are. We are a lot more than that. What really influences who we are would seem to be culture. The things we grow up around, the people who are around us, the country we live in are some of the things that are going to influence who we are. My family and culture has influenced my thoughts, behaviors, feelings, and overall worldview in a unique form. When I was born, I was not born with a set of values and expectations, so I learned them from my parents or adults who raise me. I learned not only through these adults teaching me, I learned by examples and by observing. I find it hard to list all the values and beliefs deemed important by my culture and I, but there are a few predominant ones which I think overshadow...
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...CULTURAL DIVERSITY Cultural Diversity in Professions Chamberlain College In promoting a better understanding and importance of cultural, ethnic, and gender differences by managers and professionals in a business setting. It is important to be able to communicate and govern fairly in an ever and rapidly changing environment of diverse cultural personalities, morals, and gender identity. Diversity shows a desire to be empathetic to all individuals without showing favoritism or condescension. Many argue that diverse populations are more open to change and acceptance. They create more of an open and unbiased perception within the workplace. By having said that, it is easy to assume this country will become more diverse, and we will have to adapt to the different ways of life. With my experience, the healthcare field has adapted to the ever and changing societies of the world. I work at a major County hospital as a nurse; there are several units that consist of so many different types of people. Your typical, predictable patient is no longer that! There are so many traditions that involve many different cultures in those particular units. We are to be aware and recognize every aspect of cultural competence. For example, when providing care for a Muslim patient, we must remember that the gender is very specific of who can provide care. Though not ideal, the husbands of Muslim women do not permit male caregivers to care for their wives. Also, we have to be culturally competent...
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...Every culture is different and perceives the world differently. Cultures are inherited and a learned behavior. Everyone has a cultural heritage. This heritage assessment tool is helpful in understanding the different practices, distinctness and traditions of each individual. I am from the United States and the United States is home for diverse culture. My native language is English which I use in my everyday life. I’ve had some classes in Spanish and I know a few words but I’m not fluent in it. My parents are from the United States as well as the same city. My grandparents on my maternal side are from the United States as well, I’m not sure about my fraternal side because I don’t know much about their upcoming because my dad died when I was only 6 months old so I grew up fatherless. I have 3 sisters and In the United States, families tend to be very close and family oriented so keeping in contact with one another is usually on an everyday basis and we usually stay in similar neighborhoods or close to one another. We usually have family gatherings every month, holidays or to celebrate someone birthday. My family is very big on birthdays and holidays and it’s a disappointment to not only the parent but the children as well in my family if we don’t celebrate birthdays and holidays. My original family name was changed from Smith to Brooks when my grandmothers’ mother got married. Our family religious preference is Baptist although some of my family members have attended nondenominational...
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...the residency is composed of mostly Blacks and Whites; I have recently found out that the two groups do not have much differences between the two. As there have been identified, there are several differences between these two groups and the Hispanics, Asians, and Filipinos. Traveling through the City of Knoxville, it is easily noticeable and obvious that the Whites and Blacks are obligated to a higher standard of living; the nicer vehicles and larger houses is the proof of this statement. Throughout the city of Knoxville, I have experienced that although there are numerous differences that are easily noticeable between the different races and ethnicities, the unifying of all groups occur when required because of our common ethics and principles. Each group within the community to which I were raised, correlate and empathize in contradictory ways; however, a general respect for another is displayed by all and the thoughtfulness for each person throughout the community’s miscellaneous ways of living are revealed. Within my community, there is a resemblance bearded of me in observations to color as an outcome of me being white and residing within a community in which many of the residents are of the black ethnic group. The importance to comprehend that each of us are distinctively human is set at a high standard throughout this community. Large varieties of members consisting of short and tall, young and old, construct my particular community. I consume a conservative look...
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...by a “Tan Block” tube, standing on its lid. To the top left of the tube “What good is it being American…” is typed in all black bolded lettering. Continuing the sentence “if you don’t LOOK legal?” is in the bottom right corner of the composition, with the word “LOOK” in all capital letters. The background is a solid white to help emphasize all the other elements in the cartoon. Focusing back onto the “Tan Block” tube, middle of the composition, the dominant colors of the tube are a burnt orange and red. Starting from the top, in all white capital letters, “ANGLOZONA” is written across the top of the tube. Below the white letters there is an image in a circle. In this image there is a green Saguaro cactus wearing lady liberty's crown. The green cactus is holding on one side a torch and the other a sign....
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...person needs to find something they will be able to refer to the internet and find the location of a testing facility. The problem with this logic is there appears to be a shift towards leaving the responsibility of public health totally in the hands of the public and not offering as much information on preventative measures as well as the importance of getting tested and what steps to take after receiving a positive test result. The city of Long Beach is well known for being a laid back beach town that is comprised of a mix of single family housing and apartment complexes with the former outnumbering the latter. There is a great mix of eateries, both large chain and local exclusives. There are also a number of literary stores, stage play theaters, and shopping boutiques. The city makes for a great date night, with varying types of cuisine and a broad range of entertainment, while offering family friendly fun with arts and craft shops, children self defense classes, and children’s gyms. According to the United States Census Bureau, Long Beach is comprised of majority black, white, and Hispanic people. With the percentage of white persons being below the...
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...There are many different cultures in Southwest Florida that one becomes immediately aware of as they enter the area. They include Native-American, African-American, Protestant, European, "Cracker", Hispanic-Latino, and Cuban. Because there are so many variations of these cultures choosing just three was difficult, but for my project I will be focusing on our African-American, Hispanic-Latino, and "Cracker" populations. During this project I will address the many and varied differences between these cultures on many different levels including personal or family differences, social differences and educational differences. I expect to gain a greater understanding about these cultures during this process and by gaining this understanding I will be better equipped to combine students from these cultures into a classroom of learners that are able to succeed on all levels of History education. Because I do teach World History having a classroom full of diverse cultures lends itself to a variety of teaching activities and extra curricular learning. Miami-Dade Community College President Eduardo J. Padron. Said it best when he said "Our classrooms are laboratories for cultural diversity and the disciplines are enriched when students contribute various cultural perspectives," It has become increasingly clear that we must get creative in culturally diverse ways in order to pull all of our students into the learning culture in equal ways. I spent several days researching the material that...
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...73 million. Among the 1.73 million 43% White non-Hispanic, 41.2% Hispanic, 3.4% African American, and 10.2% Asian, leaving 2.2% of one or two of another race or group. As the statistics clearly stated above, my community is mixed with many different types of ethnic groups. I am indubitably interested in learning more about others that differ from me and my race to gain a better understanding of the people who reside in my diverse community. I absolutely love where I live; it is located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley where there is plenty of things to occupy your time and many beautiful places to go. To name a few, there are beaches and lakes to spend free time with family and friends, mountains to go hiking and hunting, and several shopping malls and plazas filled with people of all different ethnicities that come from all walks of life. It is almost 100% guaranteed that any place you can think of is indefinitely a site to see. In my opinion, the majority of Winnetka, is an exceptional place to raise a family excluding a very few small areas located on the border lines of other cities that are less fortunate than mine. I reside around many people of different cultures and races; who have opened doors that led me to attain useful knowledge and insight on the similarities and differences of our ethnicities and backgrounds. In addition, to having my fair share of experiences with racial issues in which have assisted me in seeking my answer as to how I think we...
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...commitment to diversity, commitment to ethics, commitment to the teaching profession, and knowing the philosophies and theories of education. Throughout a semester of a number of speakers, class documents, and Martin Haberman’s Star Teachers, I feel like I have learned how important these dispositions truly are for the success of a teacher and what I need to work on to better myself to become a true star educator. The first disposition of teaching is the commitment to diversity. Commitment to diversity is a strong point of mine because I have first handedly seen the benefits of diversity in the schools. In one hand I went to a middle school that was about 30% African American, 25% Hispanic, and 45% White. On the other hand I went to a high school that was almost 95% White, 4% African American, and 1% Hispanic. I feel like the students I went to school with in the diverse community had a more open mind about society in a whole which clearly made for better learning. I also observed that the teachers at the diverse school seemed to have more motivation to drive the students to succeed. The more diverse schools also seem to have a more positive attitude towards diverse cultures and learners. The more open a student is to other cultures, the more open he or she is with society. Diversity, a key to live, is extremely important in the school system which traces back to the teachers. Another disposition is the commitment to...
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