Family History
This assignment provides you with the opportunity to interview a family member about three generations of your family’s history (the family member you interview, as well as his or her parents and grandparents). In the process, you will not only learn more about your own family’s story, but you also will have a chance to connect this narrative to the issues and trends that we have discussed in class this semester. For some students, this assignment may be a chance to spend time with and get to know an older relative and to further personalize your connections to our course materials. There are two elements to this assignment:
Part One: Interview (3 pages minimum; 6 pages maximum):
First, you will conduct an interview with a person who has significant memories and knowledge of your family’s history—ideally, someone who is at least 60 years old, but an elderly relative (80 years+) would be ideal. Then, in a narrative form (not in a Q & A format) write up the information you gather during your interview. Try to go back at least 3 generations if possible. If you are unable to do that, please write about why and how sociology has influenced your ability to reflect on your lineage.
Paper should be written in APA format. For more information on APA format please check moodle for a link.
Documents should be submitted in MS Word.
