To briefly describe a confusing experience I had regarding an aspect of German culture, it is a known occurrence to come across fully naked people in the Englisher Garten in Munich, because it is allowed to be so. The first time I was visiting the Englisher Garten in Munich to visit a group of friends…
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Final Reflection JYM
Now that I have arrived in the U.S. after being in Munich for four months, I am beginning to realize how aspects of German culture have stuck with me. During my first few days back, I experienced reverse culture shock when I was faced with having to drive nearly everywhere in my suburban hometown….
Blog 2- Junior Year in Munich
Before my arrival in Germany, I had a romanticized view of the country and its culture. Being a German minor at Rollins, I developed a passion for the language and ultimately thought that I would succeed in Germany without too much culture shock or home sickness. During the past few months in Munich, however, I…
Pre-Departure JYM
From my experience as a person born and raised in the United States, the concept of individualism stands out as a critical aspect of American culture, seeping its way into all aspects of life in this country. American individualism is rooted in such concepts as the “American Dream” and an intense work ethic that…
Less than a week left!!!
Having a week left in Munich is surreal! The time went by so fast and now I am worrying about exams/ papers and moving out. I am excited to finish because who likes finals week but at the same time, I am sad to leave this life behind. I really enjoyed my time in Munich…
My Impressions of German Academics
The German university system is pretty different from that of the US, especially when compared to Rollins, so I figured I would share some of what I learned in the hopes that future students will have a better idea of what to expect. The kinds of classes. At Rollins, some classes have labs, but most…
Cultures Shocks In Munchen
Dear letters to America, I’ve reached my halfway mark in München! I have two more months to go and then a solo trip (which I’m super excited about) and back to the USA. These past months here have been incredible. I’ve traveled, meet amazing people, and also had some small setbacks like the language…
Party at the military base
Every year the american military base in Hohenfels Germany host a party for the locals. This is done to increase the relations between the U.S. army stationed there and the Germans. Everyone drives and parks on the airstrip and proceed to head over to the Volksfest, carnival. They have some rides and a big beer…
First Week in Munich
At 4 a.m. this past Tuesday, I loaded all of my belongings onto a bus in Strasbourg, France and began the six-hour journey to Munich, Germany. Strasbourg had really started to feel somewhat like home and I had gotten to meet some amazing people. I even understood what they were saying most of the time!…