Introduction to America for East Asians and The Curious Americans
Many immigrants from east Asia grew up in an environment with a strong sense of culture pride. Their traditions dates back thousands of years. When they move to the western world, these people often find themselves facing an entirely different culture. While it is important for them to maintain their traditions, it is also crucial for them to adapt to the new environment.
People are most likely find two types of Asians in America. One would only hang out within their Asian group, spent years in the U.S. and speaks very broken English. Another type would be American born Asians, some time we refer them as ”banana men”. Since they still have the yellowish skin, but they have …show more content…
I noticed that sports take a big part in the American culture. It is also a great way for people to form bonds and without much talking. I joined the cross country team during my second school term in America. The coach assigned me to a team based on my physique. I ran with the same people everyday. We would switch leading during training, and look out for each other’s pace. I would participate in their rituals, like going to a sleepover after each race, and not showering during an entire running camp. This may sound idiotic, but I was slowly accepted by the group. That was the time I saw the opportunity to show them my culture. I invited people to sleepover at my house, and my parents prepared traditional Chinese food. I taught them how to do Chinese paper cutting. They love the activities, and were able to experience an entire different culture without buying an expensive plane ticket. Afterwards, there were two American girls always came to my house during the weekend to learn how to cook Chinese food from my …show more content…
Therefore it is dangerous to complete abandon our culture group. As a second class citizen, we do not share the same rights as the Americans. When a friend of mine joined the sorority, she was overwhelmed by the American way of bonding. She would spend hours participate in activities, and live a worry free life. Although, it was not a big deal for Americans to not find a job immediately after graduation, it means our visas are expiring, and we are by law have to leave the country. Without the help and advice from her native culture, she has missed the prime time to find a job. Today, her fate after graduation is still
Many immigrants from east Asia grew up in an environment with a strong sense of culture pride. Their traditions dates back thousands of years. When they move to the western world, these people often find themselves facing an entirely different culture. While it is important for them to maintain their traditions, it is also crucial for them to adapt to the new environment.
People are most likely find two types of Asians in America. One would only hang out within their Asian group, spent years in the U.S. and speaks very broken English. Another type would be American born Asians, some time we refer them as ”banana men”. Since they still have the yellowish skin, but they have …show more content…
I noticed that sports take a big part in the American culture. It is also a great way for people to form bonds and without much talking. I joined the cross country team during my second school term in America. The coach assigned me to a team based on my physique. I ran with the same people everyday. We would switch leading during training, and look out for each other’s pace. I would participate in their rituals, like going to a sleepover after each race, and not showering during an entire running camp. This may sound idiotic, but I was slowly accepted by the group. That was the time I saw the opportunity to show them my culture. I invited people to sleepover at my house, and my parents prepared traditional Chinese food. I taught them how to do Chinese paper cutting. They love the activities, and were able to experience an entire different culture without buying an expensive plane ticket. Afterwards, there were two American girls always came to my house during the weekend to learn how to cook Chinese food from my …show more content…
Therefore it is dangerous to complete abandon our culture group. As a second class citizen, we do not share the same rights as the Americans. When a friend of mine joined the sorority, she was overwhelmed by the American way of bonding. She would spend hours participate in activities, and live a worry free life. Although, it was not a big deal for Americans to not find a job immediately after graduation, it means our visas are expiring, and we are by law have to leave the country. Without the help and advice from her native culture, she has missed the prime time to find a job. Today, her fate after graduation is still