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Corzo, Miguel Angel; Corzo, Xavier (father, son). East L.A. Public Library, 2010-02-21T14:30:00

 File — Interview-ID: MBY006223

Interview Description

Miguel Angel Corzo (67) talks with his son Xavier Corzo (35) about his life and his work.

Facilitator Subject Log

02:40 Miguel was an only child. He recalls spending time with his aunts, uncles and cousins in Chiapas when he was younger.

06:20 Miguel talks about his mother Joséfina Corzo and her life's story.

08:40 Miguel talks about his experience attending UCLA when he was 19-years-old.

16:00 Miguel talks about moving back to Mexico in the early 60's to work on a presidential campaign. He then talks about moving to Europe in 1971.

28:40 Miguel talks about La Plaza de Culturas y Artes and what he hopes for his grandchildren.

39:00 Miguel gives advice to the new batch of younger immigrant students that may have obstacles.

Dates

  • Creation: 2010-02-21T14:30:00

Language of Materials

Interview in English