Immigrant Stories
The Kismet of Life: Daughter of former Iraqi diplomat came to U.S.A. as refugee; today she helps those in need
Updated December 20, 2020 Nibras Al-Kadhim did not want to move out of Iraq. She was done moving around. Daughter of an Iraqi diplomat, Nibras was born in Turkey, grew up in Austria, Sweden, Jordan, and had rooted for good in Iraq, where she worked as an English...
$150 to USA: A Mexican by birth, a Nebraskan by chance, a U.S. citizen by choice
Oscar Rios Pohirieth recounts his immigrant journey from Mexico to Lincoln, Nebraska. Oscar arrived in the United States with only $150 in his pocket. In 1991, violence and political turmoil in Mexico pushed Oscar Rios Pohirieth to come to the United States at the age...
Watch cartoons to learn English and strive higher
Karine Sokpoh -- the immigrant who came from Togo with limited English and today has found her voice as a lawyer. Karine Sokpoh remembers well when she arrived to the United States in 2001 at age 20. Even though she studied English for nine years in Togo, her native...
Go to ESL classes and enjoy food portions
Madina Haase’s journey from Dushanbe, Tajikistan to Omaha, Nebraska, USA. SPRING 2006 - Although Madina never fully intended to immigrate, life threw her a surprise when Madina, 17, came to America as an international exchange student to study at Bellevue University...
Find a host family
Susanna's journey to USA to study piano and music. Although Susanna came to the United States almost thirty years ago, she still remembers America’s first impression on her – excellent customer service, full refund policy and 100% satisfaction guarantee. Now a piano...
Be prepared beforehand
Tumi Oluyole's journey from Nigeria to USA In 2001, Tumi Oluyole left Lagos, Nigeria, his native city, to study in Chicago, Illinois, USA. In 2020, Tumi, now of Omaha, is a successful businessman with two degrees and one piece of advice to those who are planning to...
About Immigrant Stories
Everyone has a great life story. For us immigrants, the thread that connects all our stories together is the journey to the United States. We have a lot to share and Immigrant Stories does exactly that. 10 questions bring to you the challenge of becoming a naturalized American. Every newcomer has a great story, and all accents are beautiful. If you would like to participate please email us at stories@newamericansmedia.com. We would love to hear your story!
