Hispanic transferring to Greensburg? (York, Dallas: university, living in, move)

[NomadicNotion]

I am from San Antonio Texas, 7th American generation from Hispanic descent. I would like to transfer to Seton Hill University because of a specific area of education that is not available in Texas. I have moved a lot from state to state because of my husband's job and experienced different reactions from people who do not understand Tejano culture (automatically assume I'm an illegal alien). Now that I have 3 children I am thinking about how WILL THEY be treated. My career is a long term plan so I plan to live there for at least 4 years to obtain a Master's Degree. I've been in so many different cities and I really wish to settle down. Please be COmpletely honest, I can take any type of response I just don't want to make a bad for move for my family.

[NomadicNotion]

Thanks for your honesty.
I find it exhausting to do all that explaining.
I guess in San Antonio I meet a lot of educated, hard working hispanic and latinos (including Ps) that I'd hate to go to an area where some similar ethnic groups have caused a big mess and gave us all a bad name. Believe me, I have my eyes wide open, this situation is always the same no matter where I've been, and I'm in direct paths because I work in outreach and social service programs.
Sorry I didn't mean to start a discussion on such issues (at least not in this forum).
We move around alot and eventually adjust, make friends, etc. I just don't know much about this area and I'm trying to get all the information I can.

[djjaae]

The Greensburg area is tolerant. I would be very surprised if you ran into problems. I will tell you that the area is NOT very diverse. You will definately be a minority. Seton Hill tends to attract people from all over the world. Not sure why, though. It is a small college that thinks it's big and forward thinking. Talk a big story, but is very small-town - and doesn't know it. I'd be interested to know what "special" program they have that attracts you to it?

[NomadicNotion]

Thanks djjaae
I have a degree in Psychology, another one in Studio Art, and up to my junior year in Architectural Design. When I lived in Albuquerque I started the Art Therapy program in the university system of New Mexico, but it's no longer available, same for Dallas, Texas. Through a link at the website of Art Therapy Association, I came across Seton Hill, and I like the feasibility it offers for "older students" (I'm 36). I am only able to take light loads because my priority is my family, plus money, time, etc.
I have only began my research, but I find this interaction very helpful.

[Mamilux]

Originally Posted by NomadicNotion

Thanks for your honesty.
I find it exhausting to do all that explaining.
I guess in San Antonio I meet a lot of educated, hard working hispanic and latinos (including Ps) that I'd hate to go to an area where some similar ethnic groups have caused a big mess and gave us all a bad name. Believe me, I have my eyes wide open, this situation is always the same no matter where I've been, and I'm in direct paths because I work in outreach and social service programs.
Sorry I didn't mean to start a discussion on such issues (at least not in this forum).
We move around alot and eventually adjust, make friends, etc. I just don't know much about this area and I'm trying to get all the information I can.

My husband and I are in the same situation. We are a hard working professional hispanic family from New York and are tired of living in the big city. We want to live a peaceful and quiet life while we raise our children to fear God and love their country. My husband and I were born in this beautiful country called America and we have assimillated to everything that is American. Unfortunately many hispanics in my community look at us as sell outs to the hispanic race. I'm proud of my hispanic heritage but I am an American first and foremost. When I hear our National Anthem I get goosebumps and teary eyed. I love hot dogs in the summer and pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. Somehow, some people seem to think that by loving America your rejecting your heritage. We had enough. We are tired. Anyway, enough of me. Go out there and make the best of your life and choose what's best for you and your family. That's what we plan to do.