These oral histories offer expansive narratives about who is a Texan by exploring the ways Texas has been shaped by immigration and migration, post-Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965.

You’ll find a curated selection of interview excerpts here. And you can view the entire collection here.

  • These narratives often blend courage, hope, and resilience, as newcomers navigate unfamiliar cultures, languages, and systems.

  • In Texas, immigrants have formed close-knit communities, blending their cultural heritage with the Texan way of life.

  • While immigration has brought cultural enrichment, it has also exposed deeply rooted prejudices. In Texas and the United States, immigrants have faced hostility, prejudice, and systemic inequalities.