It has been about a month and a half now since I have arrived in Germany, and it has been pretty incredible so far. For the most part, I have been adjusting better than I thought I would be living in a different country. However, like most international experiences, I have been hit by cultural…
CYA: Blog #2
Since learning about “The U-Curve of Cultural Adjustment,” I have definitely recognized moments where I have faced Cultural Confrontation during my time so far in Athens, and other areas I have explored in Greece. These experiences have more overall positive in pushing me outside of my comfort zone and experience a different lifestyle than what…
Blog #2: Rome Cultural Confrontation
One instance of cultural confrontation I experienced was navigating the transportation system in Rome. Back home, public transportation is not something that I have much access to in my area, so it was new to me in general. While it was overwhelming at first trying to figure out how to use the buses, it’s a…
UK CAPA: London Mid-Trip Blog
Living in London for the past month has presented me with a number of challenges. While the experience has been incredible in many ways, I can’t say I haven’t experienced a fair amount of culture shock. In addition to being in another country for the first time in my life, I have also been adjusting…
Letters to America – Before AUS
Hi everyone! My name is Noelle and I am a computer science and communication studies double major. When I decided to attend Rollins I knew that I wanted to study abroad. I was determined, for instance, freshman year I walked into the study abroad office and wanted to go abroad then, thankfully they don’t allow…
Cultural Confrontation – Post 2
Looking back at the possible ups and downs that occur during a study abroad experience, my program in Spain has brought some of its own challenges that relate to these ups and downs through cultural and language differences. The most prominent confrontation I have faced through my first month here has been the language barrier. In…
An Aspect of American Culture
One unique aspect of American culture is our reliance on cars and the centering of the car in planning and infrastructure. The United States is the third largest country by land in the world and spans a whole continent. We are connected by highways and interstates and our cities rely on them for transporting goods…
Time in America vs. Italy- Oliver Zimring. Blog post 1
An aspect of American culture that I have realized is quite unique is the mindset of not wanting to waste one’s time. This attitude is not only understood from the second person’s point of view but is also expected of oneself. Most American’s likeminded value of time is because of the instillation of the simple…
Blog Prompt 1: Aspect of US Culture- Klara Friday
When thinking of the United States and an aspect of its culture, something that comes to my mind is the fast pace lifestyle that many live. With a common trend of everything moving quickly, it is easy to consider America a constantly changing environment. At a young age, you most likely start school, and…
Pre-Departure Blog – Jade May
Sports in the United States play a large part in American society and culture. From American football, baseball, soccer, tennis, etc. America presents a large variety of sports captured from all over the world. Sports are entertaining and extremely popular, however, they also correspond with numerous community values and morals including teamwork, justice, and leadership. …