Author: mabrady@rollins.edu

I think one thing that struck me as different in Greece than in America is how militarized the police are here. I have never seen police people with gas masks or bullet shields before and that was a bit shocking to me. I have been told by locals that this is a normal sighting and…

One of the biggest cultural differences that I have struggled with while in Greece is the normality of staring and being stared at. Having been raised in the States, I have the understanding that staring at people is considered rude or disrespectful. However, since being in Greece, I have realized what a common practice this…

The food culture in the United States is a relative piece of life. It is very common to eat quick meals, especially at fast-food and drive-thru restaurants. Being a society that moves at a very fast pace and has a large emphasis on success can often push meals aside as an afterthought. Because there are…