Cultural exchange is a major part of high school language classes. Many teachers, professors and staff believe that one of the fundamental ways of learning language as well as the culture of the places in which that language exists.…
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The Life as an International
I would say that the one perception I had of the U.S. as a student from Canada is how the U.S. favours individualism and prioritizes personal success rather than community building. Ever since I was a kid I have…
From the Unknown to the Known
Coming from Liberia, I expected differences in education and lifestyle, but I didn’t realize how deeply culture shock would hit me in everyday moments. From classroom experiences to simple conversations, I’ve had to navigate situations that made me feel…
Positive delusion
Self-questionning High School Musical, a great piece of work that made me believe my whole childhood that american students were to dance and sing in their school hallways without being grounded! Besides Kenny Ortega’s work, I was passionate about many…
A Multifaceted Culture in America: Dispelling Common Misconceptions
Il y a de nombreux aspects culturels de mon pays d’origine qui, à mon avis, sont mal compris par les gens. L’idée fausse la plus répandue à propos de mon pays, les États-Unis, est que tout le monde partage la…
Culture Shock of a Malagasy Student Studying Abroad for the First Time
The first time I met Americans was in Madagascar around 2017. It was an encounter that left an indelible impression on me and has stayed with me ever since. They were Lafayette students who were part of an interim program…