Immigrant Integration and Assimilation: An Analysis of El Sol, Jupiter’s Neighborhood Resource Center in Florida

Author

• Akemi Inamoto

Date of Award

2015

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Submission Date

October 2026

Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]

Steigenga, Timothy J.

Abstract

This study provides an overview and assessment of El Sol, Jupiter's Neighborhood Resource Center's influence in adult immigrant assimilation and integration in Florida. Since 2006 the center has provided programs and services for the Jupiter community, with a particular emphasis on its immigrants who come primarily from Guatemala and Southern Mexico. This thesis provides a background on the center's history and development as well as an overview of the leading theories and methods used for measuring immigrant integration and assimilation. Based upon an analysis of this literature and survey data collected by the center, I offer specific suggestions for future survey questions and methods to more accurately evaluate the effectiveness of El Sol’s policies promoting immigrant integration and assimilation.

Comments

Includes bibliography.

Recommended Citation

Inamoto, Akemi, "Immigrant Integration and Assimilation: An Analysis of El Sol, Jupiter’s Neighborhood Resource Center in Florida" (2015). Harriet L Wilkes Honors College Theses 2010 - 2019. 229.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_honors_2/229

Extent

68 p.

Identifier

FA00003645