Coming out of the Ethnic Closet: Perspectives on Identity

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  • Author(s): Park, Ikumi
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Educational Perspectives. 2013 46(1-2):20-22.
  • Publication Date:
    2013
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Descriptive
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      College of Education, University of Hawaii at Manoa. Wist Annex 2 Room 131, 1776 University Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822. Tel: 808-956-8002; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: https://coe.hawaii.edu/research/coe-publications-reports
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      3
    • Subject Terms:
      Racial Identification; Identification (Psychology); Personality Development; Personality Studies; Family Life; Conflict; Biographies; Personality Change
    • ISSN:
      0013-1849
    • Abstract:
      In the context of identity politics, identity has been perceived as something substantial, inborn and essential--an unchangeable quality of self that waits to be explored and expressed. Its dynamic aspect could be nurtured through enlightenment and experience as one grows up. In this essay, the author wants to explore the dilemma that identity as a commitment holds by introducing a story heard from the authors' close friend who decided to adopt a Korean name after she entered college. The author tells the story of the conflict between one's choice and the way family members choose to live.
    • Abstract:
      ERIC
    • Number of References:
      7
    • Publication Date:
      2016
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1088289