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Olin MacIntosh interviewed Maryam Ishaya about her relationship with the Yonkers Mar Mari church. Photo pictures Qasha Adday, reverend of the church (right) and Ishaya (left).

Mary talked about living in Iran and moving to the United States. She described her family's history and their experiences during the Assyrian Genocide. She talked about her effort to support Assyrians in the Middle East who are currently being…

Sarah Lawrence Student Molly Blade Hatch conducted this oral history interview with Librarian Mary Robison about library fashions, including shifting professional standards for dress and gendered expectations.

Martin talks what life was like as a football player in the Army.

Mark describes growing up in Yonkers as the son of a politician, participating in community events, and working in the magazine business.

Kenneth talked about his family's history and amusing tales of swimming in the Hudson River.

Thelma talks about growing up in Harlem and memories of bootleg whiskey being brewed in her bathtub. She describes racism she experienced in Yonkers and other parts of the country.

Katori talks about her artwork and art organizations in Yonkers…

Kathy talked about the influence of Assyrian art and culture on her own works and letters from her grandfather about the Assyrian Genocide.

Kathleen tells her story about growing up in Yonkers and working at the Yonkers Public Library.

Joe Kenner talks about the path that led him to his current position as CEO of Greyston. He also describes work opportunities and career development provided by Greyston to African American and Hispanic communities in Yonkers.