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Culture Shock: Classroom Edition
Culture shock., That's the way that they just are as although it's scary, nerve wracking (because if I did that at my school, I would be kicked out of the course), it's definitely a delightful dose of culture shock!, Culture Shock: Classroom Edition
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/01/25/culture-shock-classroom-editionWe learn a bit each day.
These are stories of language barriers, of culture shock, and of the little triumphs found along the way.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/01/23/we-learn-a-bit-each-dayReflections Abroad: How London Changed Me
The life here, the people here, the food, the culture—the London is all apart of what made this whole experience abroad something more magical than I expected., With new friends, new culture shocks, new experiences, new memories, this experience traveling, studying, and living has made me into the person I’ve always wanted to be.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/01/20/reflections-abroad-how-london-changed-meAn Eye-Opening Experience
During my stay in Europe, I obviously encountered many culture shocks, none being negative., The atmosphere in Europe is completely different with it’s architecture, culture, and overall sense of place.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/11/24/an-eye-opening-experienceOh The Places I Have Gone
One of many reasons Morocco stole my heart was that it was the first time I felt a bit of a culture shock., I was so shocked at how fast the weekend and my time in Morocco had gone.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/11/16/oh-the-places-i-have-goneLiving Healthy While Studying Abroad
There are so many things that are thrown at you at once; new friends, culture shock, all of Europe at your fingertips and the egging influence of $50 flights.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/10/22/living-healthy-while-studying-abroadFood for Thought
Yes, my friends harass me for this) and entering a country with a totally different food culture was a nerve-wracking combination., Mayonnaise is the ketchup of Costa Rica and I was shocked to discover that., Another shocking food discovery was the amount of hot dogs here., Other than great food, going to local restaurants is a great way to meet Ticos, practice Spanish, and indulge my way through the Costa Rican culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/10/17/food-for-thoughtIt's the Little Things
I grew up in a small town outside of Chicago and attend college in an even smaller town in Ohio, so my first few days in Barcelona were filled with culture shock in more ways than one.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/26/it's-the-little-thingsGetting Groovy in Grenoble
I believe I had a bit of Sweden still with me when I went out to explore Grenoble and was a little in shock of how urban Grenoble is!, Although there is a massive language barrier, adjusting to culture shock is difficult and takes time!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/12/getting-groovy-in-grenoblePost-Study Abroad & Other Musings
While living in France and traveling, I found myself in this small community of Americans trying to understand and embrace French culture., I’ve found a few ways to cope with this reverse culture shock and yearning to be back in France.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/09/post-study-abroad-other-musingsKeeping Relationships with your Sisters while Abroad
On top of battling homesickness and culture shock, I thought I would suffer a terrible case of FOMO (fear of missing out for all my readers who are lacking the hashtag lingo).
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/08/keeping-relationships-with-your-sisters-while-abroadInterning a Different Country, What to Expect!
Not only did I have to adjust to the culture shock of being in a different country, nobody talks about the difficulty of working in an entirely different business culture., As a student abroad, you represent our American culture, don’t fall in the typical American stereotype that Europeans see us like., You will be learning how to work in the Czech business culture and interact with your colleagues who all aren’t American.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/07/27/interning-a-different-country-what-to-expect!Student Life: What Costa Rica Offers American Students
Bhumi uncovers the uniqueness and opportunity available to study abroad students as they explore the "pura vida" culture: Bhumi (left) with CEA San Jose Spring 2016 student, learning about the organic production, local culture, history, development and types of chocolate at Sibu, Costa Rica's premier artisan chocolate company., We sink into a complete culture shock when we travel to a country with a different functional lifestyle., The allure of Costa Rica for many American students can be attributed to numerous elements including: richness of nature, profound culture, diversity of academics, and depth of adventure., Not only can the students gain an understanding of the academics, but they are able to obtain a first-hand exposure through the pura vida culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/06/21/student-life-what-costa-rica-offers-american-studentsMaking the Best of Your Schedule Abroad
When you're in a new environment and are left with taking in the culture shock and new routine, it can feel like a challenge deciding how to manage it all.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/03/15/making-the-best-of-your-schedule-abroadClases = classes: Spanish School for an American
In my Islamic Culture in Spain class, for example, an hour and a half flies by., This new structure of class is much better for me, although it was a bit of a shock to get used to it the first week.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/03/10/clases--classes-spanish-school-for-an-americanWhy it is OK to Feel Homesick for Your Host Country
But what I wasn’t prepared for was the reverse culture shock I experienced when I returned home., It means that you embraced every second of your time abroad and you engrossed yourself in the culture., Don’t think of reverse culture shock as a bad thing., So, here is some advice: First and foremost, be prepared for reverse culture shock., Just remember, when you’re feeling that reverse culture shock, it means you had an adventure worth missing.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/03/09/why-it-is-ok-to-feel-homesick-for-your-host-countryThe "Science" of Embarrassment
Abroad, you do face culture shock and notice weird things that you aren’t used to., These differences define my new home, and a culture that I hope to become part of.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/10/the-science-of-embarrassmentMy French Fumble: The Start of Study Abroad in the Alps
I would have been having an internal frenzy of culture shock if it weren’t for the exhaustion., All the anxiety and culture shock that I insisted I didn’t have manifested itself in a moment of frustration that day.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/08/my-french-fumble-the-start-of-study-abroad-in-the-alpsArriving in Ireland
But what really made me laugh was when he asked if I had ever been to Ireland before and when I said no, he looked at me with a shocked face., Our first weekend was a great mix of tourist activities and local culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/05/arriving-in-irelandUnder the San Jose Sky
Orientation Day at Veritas University, where students experienced a ¨culture shock¨ with a surprise Costa Rican dance session.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/01/26/under-the-san-jose-sky