Great Migrations: A People on The Move

Coming to America

Episode 4 of Great Migrations tells the story of African and Caribbean immigrants in the 20th and 21st centuries. It traces their journeys to the United States, the contributions they have made to the nation’s economy and culture, and how they have impacted what it means to be Black in America.

Coming to America

52m 55s

Episode 4 of Great Migrations tells the story of African and Caribbean immigrants in the 20th and 21st centuries. It traces their journeys to the United States, the contributions they have made to the nation’s economy and culture, and how they have impacted what it means to be Black in America.

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    Immigrant Students at HBCUs

    S1 E4 - 6m 36s

    In 1924 the U.S. passed its most restrictive and biased immigration laws in history. Despite restrictions, a number of Africans were sent to the U.S. temporarily for education in the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. They often attended HBCUs where they had meaningful exchanges with African Americans.

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    The Odewales

    S1 E4 - 2m 35s

    Skip goes to Houston, TX where a large Nigerian Immigrant population resides, and he meets with restaurateur, Rasak Odewale. They discuss how his life has changed since immigrating to the U.S., including meeting and starting a family with his wife Tiffany.

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