From Bhaga Thind to Miss America: South Asian Immigrant Experiences in the U.S.
Runtime - 50 minutes
 
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Arpana Inman, Ph.D. presents at the 2014 Teachers College Annual Winter Roundtable at Columbia University.

Understanding the histories of immigrants is critical to appreciating their lived experiences. This presentation highlights the socio-political and historical legacies that have shaped the South Asian immigrant experience in the U.S. From the late 1700’s to 2014, Dr. Inman elucidates the immigrant policies and practices that influenced the opportunities, behaviors, and identities of South Asian immigrants.