Introduction Communication is a term that has numerous definitions. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, “communication is also the exchange of information and the expression of feeling that can result in understanding”. It is widely known that culture has huge effects on a large group of...
Introduction According to the Hofstede’s theory, we can see that America is a country which is individualism, having relatively high uncertainty avoidance, indulgence, and good performance on rewards system country. Because American focus on job content, career and professional. Also, the way of leadership in...
Introduction Have you ever been told to go home from work because your hair was unprofessional? In the article New York City bans hair discrimination to fight racism by Rosie Blunt of BBC News speaks about the prejudice and equality occurring in New York City...
Introduction Chicano Militancy and the Government’s War on Dissent by Ernest Vigil has been one of the most impactful books I’ve read during my college career. I realized that I was incredibly ill-informed about the history of Denver, Colorado and the Chicano movement that took...
Introduction In 1934, Depression put a shroud on the thriving large-scale French film production that had “begun with sound and the stock market crash” (Brooks, 1971, 265), paving the way for experimental independent filmmakers to find their niche to thrive. Jean Renoir, one of the...
Introduction The United States is recognized as the land of the free and home of the brave who all strive for the “American Dream.” The people of America have the right to go after their dreams and achieve a better life through pure effort and...
Introduction Names are means of social identification, in some cultures, it is believed that a name says a lot about the roots, lineage and in some cases the future of the person. Names are the same situation, especially in the African culture situation cannot just...
Introduction Identity is not just a matter of race and ethnicity, nor can one’s identity be confined to only relating to a singular personal attribute of one’s character. Who one truly is can better be defined as a multitude of factors and self-recognition of one’s...
Abstract Cultural competency encompasses the ability to positively see other people’s world after you have understood your own. It includes the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that makes up the individual. Through assessment, nurses have the ability to collect information about their patients that other professionals...
A few days ago I was asked ‘as a Filipino how do you feel about celebrating festivals?’ If there is only one Filipino festival touted for its ultimate grandeur, magnificent range, profligate in its opulence, and splendid in its style, it is the most anticipated...
SUMMARY This essay focuses on the challenges and benefits of working for an international company and the need for emotional intelligence and personality traits to adapt to intercultural experiences. The challenges for expatriates in cross-cultural adjustments (CCA) are personal, work, and non-work demands. Effective Expatriate...
Introduction In many countries, including China and America, the teaching profession is often undervalued and teachers are not always given the recognition they deserve. This lack of recognition can lead to low morale and job dissatisfaction among teachers, which can ultimately affect the quality of...
What does it mean to be a good American? For me, being a good American means embracing civic responsibility and actively engaging in our democratic system. It means being informed, respectful, and engaged in our communities. How can I be a good american? I can...
The American flag holds much significance as the unique history of it follows the history of America. The concept of a flag represents something whether as a symbol, a signaling device, or for decoration. The American flag represents more than just a piece of cloth....
Racism can come in many forms and can be seen in various different ways. Sadly, racism still continues to be seen all over the country after generations of trying to prevent it. One way of racism we face today in our society is towards Latinx....
What is the root cause of the under development of our country as a nation? That is the question we asked ourselves recently, the same as what makes Philippines as a nation? In this essay I want to examine why we as a nation are...
The term ‘sustainable’ in cities can be of many different aspects, ranging from different views and upbringing of people from all over the world. The aim for sense of place essay is to investigate the links and connection between the sense of place which talks...
Before the Chicano movement, there was constant discrimination against Mexican-Americans. Much like the segregation that African-Americans faced, there were “No Mexicans Allowed” or “Whites only” signs on business windows and public areas. Those who discriminated against Mexican-Americans used the phrase “chicano” as a racial slur,...
Before starting the topic, the aim for “The Danger of a Single Story” essay is to give an example of how this phenomenon appears in lives of Asian Americans. As we know the U.S. is one of the most ethnic diverse countries in the world...