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Patricia Hanna

June 18, 2019

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Hudson, NY

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Recorded by

Allie Fischgrund

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Summary:

This interview was conducted with Patricia Hanna in Hudson, NY on June 18, 2019. Patricia is a recent graduate of the University of Rochester with a degree in environmental studies who spent most of her life in Hudson and currently lives there. Patricia speaks of her relationship with her boyfriend, Waldo, and the constant support he has been for her throughout their friendship-turned-relationship. Patricia recounts her struggles during her first semesters in college and the success she found. While sharing her love for Hudson and its growth, she emphasizes the need for the change to benefit the long-term residents. Patricia also shares her journey with self-confidence and the important role in her life her mother plays. She speaks of her passion for social justice, specifically her commitment to protecting the environment.

This interview might be of interest for those who are interested in self-growth, self-confidence, relationships, academic struggles, activism.

Themes:
Change and Gentrification
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Nature
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Education
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Activism and Advocacy
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Friendship
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Longtime Resident
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Interviewer Bio:
Allie Fischgrund

Allie Fischgrund is a recent graduate of the University of Rochester with a degree in anthropology. She is interested in collective memory, social movements, and identity formation. She hopes to create space for others to tell stories which help to transform our understandings of our current systems and to create justice.

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Interview language(s):
English
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Audio quality:
Medium

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