“Learn, the next day learn more and on the third day keep learning”

My grandparent Pascual Simpson, 82, said that education is the most important thing a person has. Also said I shouldn't admire him because he lacks one. Let me tell you why he’s wrong. He didn’t finish school, but he became...

Elena Cisar Interview

Elena and I discussed a variety of topics including race, population (small town to big city), and how education affected our high school careers.

Thanksgiving Interview with Family Member

My mom and I talked about a lot of her childhood memories and how education is very important to our family. She explained one of her trips to Germany and still to this day that is her favorite. I personally...

Grandma Judy

talking with my grandmother about growing up in different countries

Emmanuel Adebanjo and his dad Isaac Adebanjo talk about the process of Immigration and Change

In this interview, conducted in June 2, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, Emmanuel Adebanjo (18) interviews his father Isaac Adebanjo (59) about his journey and lessons learned from Nigeria to America. My dad shares his stories about his childhood, inspirations and...

Sophia and Yasmin Dmytruk; Japanese Culture to American

Yasmin Dmytruk (48) gets interviewed by her daughter, Sophia Dmytruk (16), for better understanding of her mother's culture, how she came to be, and challenges they both faced together.

Klein Family History: Bob and Sally Klein Part III

My third recording session with my grandparents, Bob and Sally Klein, discussing their feelings and memories of our past/present family and all the pets and dogs that they have had over the years.

Kiernan Lynch and Rachel Fuechtman talk about “A Tale of Two Cities” and why they read books of literary merit

In this recording, Hinsdale Central students Kiernan Lynch and Rachel Fuechtman discuss their thoughts on “A Tale of Two Cities” and how they interpreted the characters and themes.

Floridatown Teacher

Jena Addison interviews her former English teacher, friend and colleague Carrie Bell.

Interview Tribal Elder

Struggles with the English language in school.

A Fellow Student

I interview one of my friends that has been going to the same school as me for three years. I get to tske a deeper look into what his views, dreams, and beliefs are.

Ron

A conversation with my father about his decision to retire from the US Air Force and move the whole family to New Zealand in the 1970s.

The great Thanksgiving listen

The person I'm going to be interviewing is my mom. She has been the person I've looked up to but. Ever really knew much about. Maybe I just didnt ask, determined to find out about the woman i call my...

Narrative Assignment Interview

During the interview, a 20-year old African-American woman is asked about how the current status of society has affected her daily life, as well as families and friends. She also leaves a few words of advice about preparation.

Educator Interview with Matt Murphy- By Meghan Buchholz

Meghan Buchholz, a future educator, interviews Matt Murphy, a current Elementary Intervention Specialist. We discussed his experiences as an educator and what he feels are some of the biggest issues facing educators today and how he works to correct those...

Asal Amiri and Mikaila Flagg

Friends, Asal Amiri (18) and Mikaila Flagg (20), talk about Asal's migration journey to the United States and the challenges that followed.

Shi'nali' and Life Experiences on Reservation

My Grandmother had grown up during a period of Navajo re-education during the 40s'- and 50's-. She had gotten herself off the Reservation and was able to get a Highschool and College level education. She found herself raising a family...

Lit Life: Sophia Elbrecht and Meri Chen discuss Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

In this recording, mother and daughter discuss the treatment of the mentally challenged and Charlie’s evolution throughout the book.

Jayne Riedesel on 01/25/2018

This interview is with my mom, Jayne. We are both going to be in the education field, so I wanted to ask her a few things about her career path

Mom’s interview

This is an interview with my mom, where I ask her about views on USSR, about her parents, childhood, where she works and what she studied, and immigration.