London’s fast pace and cultural variety caught me off guard. Expecting a predominantly British environment, I instead found a city pulsing with influences from around the globe. This blend of cultures in London piqued my curiosity, leading me to explore how this diversity defines the city, especially through its public spaces and the daily interactions…
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London Weather
Being from Florida, I am used to the sunshine and warm weather. Now that I find myself living in London there was a big adjustment to the weather here. I have found that the sun does not really come out much and it rains frequently. The first few weeks here I was often asking myself…
Blog Prompt 2: The London Overground
After coming to London, I have learned what it is like traveling by public transport. To get to work or school I need to take an hour’s ride on the overground and underground into central London. I have learned that traveling underground completely changes your sense of direction. Everything feels disconnected from one stop to…
The Underground
As a newcomer to London, I found myself getting lost in its bustling streets, historic landmarks and vibrant and diverse culture. Many times it feels like I am in a controlled storm of chaos, however, within all this chaos, one element stood out to me most as not just a lifeline but a window into…
Pre-Departure Blog
When thinking about U.S. culture, one aspect that stands out to me is the emphasis on individualism. This cultural trait is woven into the fabric of American society, influencing behaviors, habits, beliefs, attitudes, and values. Individualism in the U.S. is characterized by a strong belief in personal freedom and independence. It manifests in the way…
Pre Departure Blog
To begin with, I was born and raised in Jamaica however I moved to the United States 3 years ago to embark on my educational journey. As I integrated and adapted to the U.S culture, the biggest cultural difference I noticed was the sense of Individualism. I noticed that a major aspected of U.S culture…
Letters to America: Blog 1
When thinking of aspects of US culture, one that comes to mind is the importance of individualism. It is through this cultural value that individuals can change their lives and carve out who they are. Individualism taught from an early age can establish follow-through, hard work, and independence. This aspect of American culture establishes values…
Blog Prompt #1
Often in the United States, people place a high value on being self-sufficient this can reflect that the United States is a highly individualistic culture. In the US it is more normalized that people move out once they become an adult which is usually 18 to early 20’s. This can be caused by the heavy…
BLOG 3: Work-Life Balance in London
Now that my study abroad and internship experience in London has come to and end, I have been able to look back on the aspects of London, its culture, and distinctive characteristics which contributed toward my experience as an outsider, whether that be positive or more difficultly. Throughout my years as a student and growing…
Blog 3 – Letters to America
Starting my experience abroad, I was initially worried about immersing myself in an unfamiliar culture and feared not being able to adapt easily. However, drawing upon my past experience of relocating from the Dominican Republic to the United States, I gathered valuable lessons in cultural intelligence, which proved beneficial as I started my study abroad…