Language and Cultural Identification: A Study of Bilingual College Students

Poster Session X

Keyword: Cultural Diversity

Abstract: This study investigated bilingualism as it relates to identification with first and second language culture. Sixty bilingual undergraduates completed a questionnaire on linguistic background and cultural affiliations. Regressions indicated cultural identification was predicted by language use and proficiency. This research increases our understanding of the relationship between language and culture.

• Nataly Loza (Presenting Author)
• Sora Rosen (Author)
• Maria Fracasso (Author)