Abstract
This paper examines how the Chinese immigrants arrived in San Joaquin Valley, California, mainly because of the California Gold Rush, and how the San Joaquin Valley, in particular, was rich in gold deposits. It looks at the history of discrimination against the Chinese-Americans, including the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. It also explores the cultural contributions of the Chinese-Americans and how they incorporated their own traditions in their new life style, thus giving rise to a unique culture.

From the Paper
"Not to be left behind, they eagerly participated in all kinds of events and activities, be it political, social or religious. A Chinese American community was established. Taoism was the chief religion which they practiced and religious meetings were held regularly. When President Zachary Taylor died, the Chinese immigrants actively led and participated in his funeral procession. When California was allowed entry into the Union, they celebrated and the 1952 Fourth of July Parade in San Francisco comprised a great number of prominent members of the Chinese American community."

Tags:exclusion, act, discrinination, gold, rush

Abstract
Often when we read about immigrants in the news, we read about the "problem" of illegal immigrants. But the truth is that Canada really needs immigrants, to help to grow the economy. So, immigrants should not be seen as a "problem." All kinds of immigrants should be seen as an asset for a country. This is true whether they are illegal immigrants, independent immigrants, sponsored immigrants, or refugees. They are all people who can contribute to society, if they are given the chance. So, the real "problem" about immigrants is this: how can we help them to do well, so that they can be happy, and they can help the economy as soon as possible? In this essay I suggest some ideas about how to help immigrants. I will focus on Chinese immigrants. However, the problems are similar for all minorities who come to Canada.

From the Paper
The Problems of New Immigrants in Canada Often when we read about immigrants in the news, we read about the "problem" of illegal immigrants. But the truth is that Canada really needs immigrants, to help to grow the economy. So, immigrants should not be seen as a "problem." All kinds of immigrants should be seen as an asset for a country. This is true whether they are illegal immigrants, independent immigrants, sponsored immigrants, or refugees. They are all people who can contribute to society, if they are given the chance. So, the real "problem" about immigrants is this: how can we help them to do well, so that they can be happy, and they can help the economy as soon as possible?

Tags:immigrants, canada, problems

Abstract
This essay evaluates Yee's paper from the perspective of a Chinese female student who has immigrated to Canada. This review of Yee's article states, "Yee's paper will prove of interest to various readers interested in women's issues, the experience of Chinese newcomers in Canada at a particular time. As a contribution to feminist perspectives, the paper is most helpful in fully explaining the sense of difference that is felt by some Chinese women and, of course, in its most interesting comparisons between the Chinese countryside as visited by Yee in young adulthood, and the very different reality of the Toronto that has been home to her for most of her life."

Abstract
The essay discusses the history of immigration of Chinese to Canada, and focuses on how race and class conflicts have contributed to producing Chinese ghettos in urban Toronto. The essay asserts that Toronto's Chinatown is as much shaped by class and gender, as it is shaped by class and racism.

Abstract
This paper argues that it is wrong for Chinese immigrants to assimilate so fully that they lose pride in their own ethnicity. The author presents the background of Chinese immigration to the United States and the effects of assimilation.

From the Paper
"The thesis of this paper is that it is wrong, perhaps even immoral, for Chinese immigrants to assimilate into American society to such an extent that they lose pride in their own ethnicity."

Tags:Chinese, Immigrants

Abstract
This suburban development of Chinese immigrants can be understood as a move toward social integration, which both locates the success of immigrant businesses in the Greater Toronto Area and points a shift away from economic enclaves. This investigation poses related questions in the field of study, which are essential to understanding the Chinese immigrant pattern in Toronto: first, why do most new immigrants tend to move to suburban Toronto? Second, what are the significances of "Ethnoburb" in the areas of economy, cultural, social, and political life?

Abstract
This paper examines the reasons why immigration occurred from China to U.S. It also looks at the geographical areas where the Chinese immigrants settled and the reasons why these areas were chosen. The challenges the Chinese had to face as a result of migrating from China to the U.S. is also highlighted. Lastly, this paper emphasizes the influence the Chinese culture has had on American society.

From the Paper
"During the 1870s, America's economy greatly suffered while that of Britain and Germany flourished. While the number of British and German immigrants decreased that of China, Norway, Sweden, Canada, Denmark and southern and eastern Europe increased. Seeing this, the United States passed its first restrictive immigration law in 1875. "During the late 1870's, Californians demanded laws to keep out Chinese immigrants. In some instances, mobs attacked Chinese immigrants, who were accused of lowering wages and unfair business competition. They were also denounced as inassimilable and as racially inferior" (Joyce Bryant, Immigration Into The United States)."

Tags:Exclusion, Act, Chinatown, goldrush

Abstract
This essay examines Jen Gish's short story, "Chin" which focuses on the interaction between the traditional Chinese community, and the larger American culture. Gish, an influential 20th-century American writer, effectively uses a variety of narrative techniques in "Chin." First, a brief biography of Jen Gish is given, and her importance and specific contributions to 20th century American literature is outlined. The use of narration in literature is briefly discussed, and then the specific narrative techniques used by Gish is examined in detail.

From the Paper
"In Chin, the point of view is in the third person. Gish uses words like "he" and "they" to tell the story. This interesting, third person, use of the narrator's perspective has important limitations, as well as distinct and interesting advantages. By using the next-door neighbor as the narrator, Gish limits the detail that we receive about Chin. We can only infer what Chin feels, based on what the narrator tell us about Chin's reactions. We do not have access to Chin's feelings. Chin scales walls, and passively suffers his father's abuse, but we cannot tell if his calm exterior truly reflects his feelings, or it masks a tortured and upset soul. "

Tags:immigrants, Narration

Abstract
This paper examines how Taiwan, an island confederation colonized at different times by various superpowers, Western as well as East Asian, has evolved into an economic power at the nexus of American research and development, Hong Kong commerce, and Chinese raw manufacturing. The writer explains the Asian development model responsible for the enormous economic growth and success of China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. The writer also discusses the relationship between the government and the private sector in these countries, and the role of education in their rapid progress. In addition, the writer analyzes Taiwan's part in global trade, its economic relationship to other East Asian countries and to the US, the factors contributing to its success, and the positive and negative consequences of that success on Taiwan. Moreover, the paper explores different facets of globalization and its effect on Taiwanese society and culture, and concludes with a discussion of the conflict between globalization and localization in Taiwan.

From the Paper
"The geographical location of Taiwan makes it perfectly situated as a "gateway of East Asia". It shares close proximity with China, Singapore, Thailand and a myriad of other East Asian countries. Not only does this benefit them as a port destination, but the influx of trade goes through Taiwan with the majority of manufactured goods of the Pacific region flowing through their ports. Since Taiwan has a favorable relationship with the Western states, it has been able to absorb the growth of the East Asian region and serve as an effective broker for traffic of goods. Thus it plays a central role within the region as a broker between lesser developed nations and the developed super powers."

Tags:culture, investment, immigration, transnational, trendsetter, cinematography, dualism, nationalism, technology