Jamaica is a cultural melting pot. Our motto is “out of many one people” as we have a variety of Jamaicans from various cultural backgrounds due to our history. As a nation, we are very laid-back and humorous. We take pride in our beautiful island resources, music (reggae and dancehall), and our athletic capabilities. My…
Category: UK: CEA CAPA London
Preparing for London
In the United States, there is a two-party system. This two-party system runs the office of our government. There are smaller parties. These parties don’t register enough votes to counter the votes of the greater two-parties. The two parties are called Democrat and Republican. The Democrats are labelled as blue, and the Republicans are labelled…
London CAPA Blog #1
As I prepare to embark on my London study abroad program as an American-born citizen, I see many similarities and differences between our two cultures. This opportunity is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I have been looking forward to. While still uncertain about what I will be met with regarding UK culture upon my arrival, I…
UK CAPA: London Pre-Departure Blog
As I prepare to study in London, I am inclined to reflect on my current knowledge of both the differences and similarities between the United States and London. When I think of the United States, my viewpoint is limited. I have lived in three states, all on the east coast, and not traveled much outside…
CAPA London Pre-Departure (Blog #1)
With only about a week left until I will be on a plane arriving in London, I am incredibly excited. Having studied abroad in South Korea my previous semester, the feeling is all too familiar, as are my thoughts as I prepare for my time there. My main worry going to Korea, and consequently a…
UK CAPA Pre-Departure Blog 1
As I write this blog post, I am just over a week away from starting my study abroad program in London! I feel grateful and excited to have this opportunity, but also a bit nervous because this will be my first time traveling abroad, which feels daunting considering I won’t be coming back home for…
CAPA London Blog Post #1
One aspect of U.S. culture is individuality as a core pillar. Individuality is the concept of placing more importance in the individual over the group. The U.S.’s history of democratic ideals and liberty for all individuals, including the liberty of thought and action has led to a society that greatly believes that individuals can achieve…
Blog Reflection 3
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…
Final Reflection Blog: London UK
By: Molly Dzialga Ever since I got accepted into college, I always knew that I wanted to study aboard in London as it was a place that I have never traveled to before. Through Rollins College, I chose to apply for CAPA London, a program where I took three classes and worked an internship that…
Final Reflection Blog
An experience I was confused by and had to adjust to in London was going for coffee runs and breaks at my internship at least 2 times a day. On my first day at my internship, I noticed that everyone would go on a snack or coffee break whenever they pleased and they didn’t really…