Janine Fagan
Education best way to combat homophobic attitudes
“Hey faggot, can’t you see I am talking you?” Imagine looking out of your window to see a random truck in your driveway. As your suspicion rises and you see a group of hicks spitting on your car and only because of a sticker on your bumper. Homophobia is a word used to describe discrimination against gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people.
Learning to drive safely in the United Kingdom
As I walk across Medary, I find myself to be very cautious of the traffic, just like home. The amazing thing is, is that just two blocks parallel with Medary you don’t need to walk with such caution; drivers stop willingly to allow you to cross the road. How can there be such a difference in the attitudes of drivers within only a couple of blocks? Last spring, I was asked by a friendly face in one of my classes to tell her about England.
British foreign exchange student shares reaction to first powwow
Entering the pow-wow, the first thing I heard was the clinking of bells, lots of bells, and then before me stood the most amazing sight, a dancer dressed in his native tribal attire. As I walked into the main hall, I didn’t know where to look first. My eyes raced over Frost Arena, looking at all the dancers and native people and their costumes.
Comparing the politeness and attitudes of America and England
I find myself again realizing that the English people are definitely ruder than Americans. It has taken me until now to realize just how different the attitudes are. It may also be the fact that I was entertaining a friend of mine from Vermont over the holidays that made it all the more noticeable.
Americans and humans must end our prejudice
Have you ever wondered what would have happened if John F. Kennedy had lived? I do. The possibilities of having an interracial society could have been endless. I often wonder what it would be like to live in a society that does not hold prejudice in their hearts about other people’s differences, appearances or color of their skin.
Coming to study in the U.S.
Being 22 and not really knowing what you want to do in life is a funny situation to be in. English kids go to high school when they are 11 years old. Middle schools, like American junior high schools, are around. But in most schools, you start at 11 and you graduate when you are 16.
Reconsider the drinking age law
Both English and Americans like to have a drink; the only difference is that the English are not afraid to tell the rest of the world. Why is the average American so afraid to admit they enjoy a sociable beverage? I guess the answer lies deep beneath the old American dream and I haven’t figured it out yet.
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