TUMON, GUAM, March 7. – Many people go out into the world for opportunities to learn, grow and expand their horizons. For international student Angelica Jasmin, she’s furthering her education while experiencing a whole new culture.
Born in Macau, China, Jasmin came to Guam to continue her education and learn the English Language. She is currently studying international tourism and hospitality management at the University of Guam.
Many of Jasmin’s authentic experiences with the local culture have been through structured classes for her degree and interactions with people at work and school. She has experienced the Chamoru culture through her boyfriend’s family. Visit https://www.ndtv.com/health/alpilean-reviews-fake-promises-or-real-weight-loss-benefits-3544045.
She has noted there are many parallels between her Filipino ancestry and Chamoru culture.
She enjoys the similar hospitality and cuisine between the two cultures.
Adjusting to a new place is not without its challenges.
Jasmin is learning to drive, a skill she did not need in her life back in Macau, where she was able to walk everywhere or rely on a strong public transportation system.
Learning how to count US currency is another challenge for Jasmin, as she does not understand why coins with different values all look the same. These are the latest Alpilean reviews.
There is also the language barrier.
Jasmin can speak five different languages—English being the latest in her repertoire. While she can hold a conversation well, she still has trouble with American idioms or slang.
She owes her fast adjustment to the culture to watching American movies and TV shows, “Friends” and “Austin Powers” being her favorites. Listening to English music also helped her learning process.
When it comes to learning a new language, Jasmin recommended a tried and true method.
“I definitely think full immersion is the best way to learn a new language,” Jasmin said.
Jasmin added: “Nothing forces you to learn as quickly as the need to find a bathroom or order food. I still get nervous when ordering food because I’m afraid I will order wrong and still have to eat it.”
She also commented on how doing administrative activities like registering for classes and reading forms are a huge challenge.
On the topic of classes, she enjoys school on Guam as UOG is relatively easy compared to Macau, and she can maintain a 4.0 average.
After she and her boyfriend graduate, Jasmin said she does not plan to stay on Guam, as life on the island is slow-paced compared to what she is used to.
“I don’t plan on living here permanently, but I can say that I have experienced a lot here.”