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…
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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…
London – Final Blog Post
My experiences in London have genuinely helped me grow both professionally and personally. As an international student in the US, seeking an opportunity to live in the UK was vital to continue improving as a global citizen. Having already lived in two countries that were very different from each other, Honduras and the US, facilitated…
Interning in London
For the past 4 months, I had the opportunity to intern abroad in London at a company called CREOATE. During my time working there, I got to experience multiple cultural differences that enriched my time abroad and helped me immerse myself in the culture even more. One of the aspects that stood out to me…
Blog Post #3
Reflecting on cultural differences, I recall my initial impressions on the first day abroad during our internship orientation. We explored perceptions of the British workplace, highlighting their focus on professionalism, a value for work-life balance, and a formality distinct from the U.S. or other cultures. Additionally, people mentioned the perception of dry humor among the…
BLOG 2: The Value of Time in London
During my first month living in the UK, I have discovered how much its residents value time, and scheduling. This is depicted in many ways, from my everyday living to working experiences. One example of this is the timeliness of London’s public transport. When a tube is scheduled to arrive in 2 minutes, it is…
Blog Post #2
Exploring London’s public transport system has been a fascinating adventure, especially compared to my home country. In London, most people rely on buses and the Tube for their daily commutes. The Tube is a remarkable part of London’s public transport system. It’s an underground subway network that moves through the city, providing a fast and…