bell hooks was a prolific and trailblazing author, poet, feminist, cultural critic, and professor. The author of more than three dozen wide-ranging books, hooks published her first title, the poetry collection "And there we wept," in 1978. Her influential book "Ain't I a woman: Black women and feminism" followed in 1981. Three…

Iranian authorities view English language learning as a disturbing influence on national identity. They are concerned about its impact on learners' identities. Despite the political concern, there is growing interest in learning English in Iranian private schools for personal and social development. This article reports on a study in which six…

Within the social imaginary of Australia's dominant 'White' culture, ethnic minority men, particularly Muslim men, are often depicted as 'folk devils,' resistant to the cultural norms of mainstream society. Muslim masculinities have been problematically conflated with notions of radicalisation, terrorism and violent extremism. There has been…

This study presents language as a form of social expression through which feelings, ideas and thoughts are signified in a Culture. However, distinct groups belonging to the same society may define those factors in different ways, giving rise to a phenomenon called 'Multiculturality'. Therefore, thinking about this cultural diversity and taking…

This thesis is intended to delve into the one-and-a-half generation of Cuban-American's bicultural identity in Virgil Suarez's novel "Going Under." Through an interpretation from the perspective of diaspora consciousness, this paper will identify how the main character constructs his individual identity through a network of usually…

In this article, we draw on research with Hmong American community members to contribute to a more complex understanding of Hmong culture. Specifically, in a critical discourse analysis of interviews with 3 influential Hmong American politicians, we highlight the divergent perspectives on early marriage, Hmong gender norms, and the struggles of…

Compares results of a survey of chief psychologists in medical schools to results of a similar survey reported in 1978. Reports that changes in bylaws of university-affiliated hospitals have enabled psychologists to be members of the active medical staff. (KH)

A discussion of the Hispanic character includes comments on the emulation of an ideal self; the sociopolitical background centered around a large, loving family network; congeniality; sense of humor; work ethics, attitudes, and habits; and religion. The article notes three significant realities surrounding differences among Hispanic groups. (SB)

Clarifies a reconceptualization of constructs of individualism, collectivism, independence, and interdependence which represents a departure from traditional conceptualization and a move away from understanding these constructs in dichotomous, stereotypical, and unidimensional terms. Discusses implications of this perspective for stereotyping…

Compared the self-concept scores of 50 Chinese-American and 50 White graduate students and professionals on the Wallace Self-Concept Scale. Results showed less positive scores for Chinese Americans, who rated themselves less attractive, flexible, and active than Whites. Discusses the influence of cultural traits on self-concept. (JAC)

This study examined the emergence of cultural self-constructs as reflected in children's remembered and conceptual aspects of the self. European American and Chinese children in preschool through 2nd grade participated (N=180). Children each recounted 4 autobiographical events and described themselves in response to open-ended questions. American…

In comparison to Euro-Canadians, native students generally express less favorable self-evaluations in terms of characteristics considered important for achievement and success. But, in terms of traits emerging through primary group activities and subcultural norms, the self-evaluations of native students do not differ substantially from those of…

Comments on a preceding discussion of control in Japanese and American cultures by Weisz et al. Discusses forms and modes of control, the context-boundedness of interpersonal relations, and concept of self in Japan. (KH)

The problems Asian Americans faced when attempting to develop a positive self concept were discussed. Programs designed to promote greater verbal expression by the Asian American student as well as assertive behavior were also suggested. (RK)

An historical perspective helps clarify confusion surrounding varying definitions of the term "Metis" ("half breed"). Available from Canadian Plains Research Center, University of Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, S4S 0A2; $10.00 annually. (SB)