Korean Immigration in the Early 21st Century

My name is Sunjae Lee, and I am a 17 year old junior attending Glenbrook South High school. For my Living History Project, I interviewed my mother based on events that I researched throughout her life.

Interview – Anthony Gose

An interview with my mom about her past life and what is was like moving from South Korea to the United States as a child.

Interview with Jihye

Interesting and funny interview with ji hye

The Eldest Sibling

An interview with my older sister about her experiences and advices in life so far. She talks about what she hopes her future will hold, as well as reflecting on how her past growing up has helped her grow.

My Family History

This is about the history of my family and how we eventually arrived in the US.

Thanksgiving hw

We talked about my dad when he was little

Korean Life from Grandma

Grandma interviewed about childhood, Korean Culture that she experienced, and her immigration story.

Country to Country

In this interview conducted by Eugene Kim (14) on December 1st 2019, Eugene interviews his mother, Hoyeon Kim. They discuss about her childhood in Korea and the important people in her life. They talk about culture and traditions and her...

Aaron(student) and Joseph(father) Yang

In this audio, I interview my father, Joseph. We recorded this on January 6, 2023, in he city of Fullerton, California.

My Mom’s Story
December 16, 2017 App Interview

My mom and I talk about her childhood in the countryside and her journey to America. She shares some of her most difficult memories and her happiest memories.

Avery Lawson and David Lee

Avery (18) interviewed David (62), who is my best friend Erica’s father, about his immigration from South Korea to the United States, his experience living here, and his family and golfing.

Valerie Yang and Jiu Won’s Interview about Jiu’s Life So Far

This interview took place at Detroit Country Day Middle School between Valerie Yang and Jiu Won. It was recorded on April 26, 2018. The topics we talked about were broad and regarded our lives so far.

A Child’s View of the Most Pointless War

Chong Sun Kim was 13-years old when she had to leave her home with only a bag full of belongings, in the wake of the battle that would tear apart the Korean Peninsula. In November of 2017, 14-year old Nathan...

Service Learning Project: Life is Short, Don’t Dwell On It

In this interview, we dive into the life of a military veteran and discuss topics regarding his successes, failures, and the importance of the continuation of a happy life.

A Fish out of Water

In the beginning, Michelle talks about the difficulties of adjusting to a new environment. Then, the topic smoothly transitions into one consisting of wisdom that can be applied all throughout life.

Morgan St Marie and Cindy Meyers

Mother and adult daughter discuss daughter's daily life in South Korea during her young family's military deployment there, including adoption of two young Korean children.

Interview with Gary Roeder
January 27, 2019 App Interview

I interviewed Gary Roeder because he was a pilot and I thought it was interesting so I talked with him about his job as a pilot.

Youth as an immigrant: A conversation with my mother

I talk to my mom about her experience coming from another country and growing up in America. We discuss how these experiences shaped her and compare it to the modern day.

Samuel and Michael talk about the USS Pueblo incident

Michael Buchieri was apart of the US Air Force and was stationed out in South Korea after the USS Pueblo incident. He talks about his experiences in South Korea and how it formed his family.