Challenging Studies of Immigration and Integration

Peopling of New York City was completely different from the Arts in New York City seminar.  Unlike what I expected from last semester, this class required more professional research and writing skills.  The statistical profile and interview projects were the two key assignments I worked on.  The statistical profile required strong skills in interpreting data and creating charts and tables based on the data.  Although I considered myself a tech-savvy person, I found it challenging to create the charts.  Unlike the statistical profile, the interview was heavily based on interactive communication skills.  It was very awkward to interview a stranger and ask for personal information, but it was also very rewarding once I learned more about an aspect I was interested in from the beginning of class – undocumented immigration.  Overall, this was a tough class, but it enhanced my time management skills as well as researching, interpreting, and analyzing skills.