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Resources on Immigration in America

On-Campus and local, but also digital and global, resources for those needing to know about the history and contemporary issues surrounding Immigration in America

Streaming Video Services

Academic Video Online

Logo for streaming video service called Academic Video Online, or AVONFrom the About Us page on their website, Academic Video Online (aka AVON) describes itself this way:


"Alexander Street is part of Clarivate, a leading global information services provider. Alexander Street's products are curated, discipline-focused, primary-source collections, websites, and streaming media for learning and research. We’re passionate about creating landmark online resources that help scholars and students discover and learn." 


The platform curates special collections around the following topics related to immigration:

  • Academia
  • Criminal Justice and Public Safety
  • Ethnographies
  • American History
  • World History

Kanopy

Online logo for KanopyFrom the About page on their website, Kanopy describes itself this way:


"The films that truly resonate with us do more than just entertain. They inspire us, enrich us, and challenge our perspectives. Kanopy ensures that these films reach viewers around the world.

"We stream thoughtful entertainment to your preferred device with no fees and no commercials by partnering with public libraries and universities. Everyone from film scholars to casual viewers will discover remarkable and enriching films on Kanopy. Log in with your library membership and enjoy our diverse catalog with new titles added every month.

"At Kanopy we believe in the power of film to bridge cultural boundaries and bring people together. Start watching today and expand your worldview with us."


The platform curates browsable lists to find films more about immigration:

  • In the News
  • Anthropology
  • Global Studies & Languages
  • History
  • Law & Criminal Justice
  • Political Science
  • Sociology