Studying abroad in London was the best decision and experience of my life. One cultural observation that I made while I was abroad in London was that people in general are a lot more respectful of other people’s time. One example of this that I experienced everyday while there was that on escalators or moving…
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Final Reflection- CEA CAPA London
While riding on public transportation in London it can be expected that a person is quiet. I noticed this while I was riding on the overground one night and a group of younger girls were laughing and talking loudly and a person next to them asked them to please be quiet. I was shocked by…
Final Blog
During my semester abroad in London, I lived in Maida Vale while interning at the Civil Service College near St. James’s Park as a finance intern. One cultural observation that stood out was the British practice of maintaining a formal and reserved demeanor in the workplace. This was quite different from the more casual and…
Final Blog Post
The culture-related experience that I noticed during my time studying abroad had to do with one of my classmates. He was from Hong Kong which still has a very patriarchal culture, and this created some situations during our time working together where he did not respect or follow the direction of the female leaders in…
My Experience in London
When I first rode on the tube in London, it was very quiet, and no one was talking. It was dead silent, and it was like a library, that’s how quiet it was. This made me uncomfortable, and it just felt weird to me. I was raised in a house where people talk all the…
A Journey Through London’s Global Heartbeat
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…
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…