Defining American: Discussions and Stories
- Fatma Bachelani (Iowa State University)
Abstract
The United States is truly a diverse country, ranging from various ethnicities to different political and religious beliefs, to a wide assortment of racial identities. The topic was provoked by the presenter's personal experiences and the aftermath of the September 11th, 2002, terrorist attacks on North America. In this presentation there will be a plethora of statistics, personal stories, interactive viewpoints from panelists and audience members to provide a clearer and sharper understanding of what and who comprises America. The presenter will also provide insightful discussion pertaining to American past, present, and future. This presentation will also touch upon hate crimes and different levels of prejudice people face when situations and cultures are not understood and/or feared.