The Challenge of Being an "Other" in America Today

Roxboro House Roundtables

In this podcast, the Jefferson University Latin American Student Organization and Professor Ahmad Qais Munhazim discussed the issues surrounding being considered an “Other” in America today. Throughout this conversation, the Roundtable members explored the definitions of the “Other,” and the illusion of the “real American.” Students, staff and faculty related their struggles in not being perceived as “American” enough, their complicated family dynamics and fears, and the pressures and discrimination they face. Listen to this podcast episode to experience the daily obstacles that immigrants have to go through to survive.