Research Symposium

24th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 3, 2024

John Ocampo Poster Session 1: 9:30 am - 10:30 am /445


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BIO


Undergraduate Florida State University student pursing a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs with a concentration in public administration and a minor in Entrepreneurship Studies. I am incredibly passionate about all aspects of public service and highly motivated to learn and acquire new skillsets.

Central Americans Identity in the U.S

Authors: John Ocampo, Kristen Amaya
Student Major: International Affairs
Mentor: Kristen Amaya
Mentor's Department: Sociology
Mentor's College: Florida State University
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Abstract


This research project delves into multiple interviews that examine Central Americans' experiences with identity and belonging after settling and living in the United States. The research aims to gather each perspective of each individual and their unique experience after settling and living in the United States. Several Central American states are interviewed in the process to get an overview of how each experiences different phases when getting used to life in the United States. Throughout the interview process, each interviewee is asked a series of questions ranging from their childhood to their family background. This provides insight into how everyone grew up how their cultural customs influenced their upbringings and how it translated into life in the United States. This research also examines how the interviewee feels towards how there perceived in American society.

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