Oral History of Jane So
Jane So, a 20-year-old second-generation Vietnamese American, describes her upbringing in the Bay Area and her relationship with her Vietnamese heritage. She grew up in a predominantly white community with limited exposure to Vietnamese culture, but maintained close ties with her family. Jane discusses her parents' immigration story, educational and occupational backgrounds, and the cultural traditions they practiced at home. She also reflects on her own fluency in Vietnamese, feelings of cultural identity, and experiences with discrimination or prejudice. Overall, Jane emphasizes the importance of family and learning from one's elders, regardless of generational differences.
Title: Oral History of Jane So
Contributor: Jane Cady
Contributing Institution: International Children Assistance Network
Date Created and/or Issued: 2025-02-12
Collection: 2nd Gen Vietnamese-American Oral History
Format: 1 PDF English Transcription, 1 M4a Audio File
Topics: Tradition and Customs | Refugee | Culture Conflict | Education | San Jose | Cultural Identity | Vietnamese American | Language | Ethnicity | Community
Language: English