There were several aspects of UK’s culture that required time in order to get adjusted to, whether it was remaining on the right side of tube stations, sidewalks or escalators, respecting the quiet on tube rides, asking for the “bill” instead of the “check” or even getting accustomed to British slang, they were each unique…
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Blog #2 London CAPA: Cultural Confrontation
The “U-curve of Cultural Adjustment” was a very practical methodology to learn about at our pre-departure orientation. One way or another, every individual who travels abroad, either to study, work or simply for leisure experiences all the phases of the U-Curve at some point in their journey. Before arriving in London, learning about these stages…
Blog #1 London CAPA: American Culture
Relocation in of itself is a very difficult situation to handle, but when the culture of this new location is completely different from the one we are used to, the situation becomes extensively more difficult. Reflection about ones individual culture and identity is crucial when developing the skills needed to become a global citizen. This…