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Creation Date
Spring 2025
Description
Torres shares the story of Nildda Izquierdo, a Cuban teacher, mother, and grandmother. Utilizing interviews of her, he shares how she was born and raised in Cuba, grew to love teaching, became a mother and married, and what being a Cuban immigrant means to her. In summary, Torres shares an experience of immigration and how immigrants view their culture within the new life they've created for themselves. ***Note: There are additional images that correspond to this presentation. They can be found under additional files below*** Image Descriptions: Image 01: The image depicts a trifold display board with various sections under the overarching theme "In Her Own Words." The board is divided into categories including "On Havana," "On Being a Teacher," "On Motherhood," "On Being a Wife," "On Being Cuban," and "On Being a Grandma." Each section contains text excerpts and images relevant to the particular topic. The "On Havana" section has a colorful street view image of Havana. "On Being a Teacher" features a portrait of Nilda Izquierdo. "On Motherhood" includes a photograph of a woman and a man in formal attire, possibly at a wedding. The "On Being a Grandma" section has images of a woman with children, while the bottom of the board shows a small printed text card stating "In Her Own Words." The display is set against a backdrop with shelves visible, suggesting it might be in an educational or exhibit setting. Image 02: The image displays a trifold presentation board titled with various sections detailing personal reflections and experiences. The left panel is titled "On Identity" and "On Havana," featuring a photograph of a vibrant street in Havana. Beneath it is a section titled "On Being a Wife" with an old photograph of a couple. The center panel is titled "On Motherhood" with a photograph of a couple in wedding attire. Below is another section called "On Being a Teacher," which includes a headshot of Nilda Izquierdo. The right panel is titled "On Being a Grandmother," showing a collage of three family photos. The display appears to be set up on a table. Visible in the background are vending machines with snacks like Cheetos and Doritos.
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The author holds the copyright to these images and the creation of the presentation. The author may not hold the copyright to images or other work used within the presentation which was used under the educational and fair use exceptions. Alt Text for images: Image 01: A trifold display board with sections about Havana, motherhood, being a teacher, and more, featuring images and text excerpts. Image 02: Trifold board with sections on identity, Havana, motherhood, teaching, and being a grandmother, featuring family photos and personal stories.