Having second thoughts about studying abroad? We spoke with Senior Economics student, Kenzie Moore, who spent a semester abroad in one of the world’s oldest civilizations, Rome. The John Felice Rome Center is world renown for its convenient location, academic rigor, and diverse and inclusive community. While the John Felice Center is indeed a great
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African Root: The Door of No Return
Everyone has the desire to know where their ancestry comes from. We all need to know our history. A few years ago, many Black Americans decided to figure out their background through DNA testing. Some of them found out that their ancestors came from Cameroon, Senegal, Ghana and numerous other African countries. There are probably many
Cultural Cuisine: The African Restaurant You’ve Been Looking For
When you live in a foreign country, there comes a time when you desire things that will bring you back to your native culture. Knowing that it is difficult to find affordable and easily accessible African food in Chicago, Culturally Yours traveled the city and found a unique restaurant: Bolat African Cuisine. There, you will find healthy, non-processed, authentic African cuisine
Hyde Park: Chicago’s Hidden Paradise
Have you ever visited a neighborhood where you remained fascinated and speechless? Have you ever been excited to visit a place, yet you were advised not to go? I had the same experience until I decided to break these stereotypes about some of Chicago’s neighborhoods. On my journey I discovered one of Chicago’s most beautiful
A Guide to Transitioning into American Social Life
Junior Loyola student, Pavan Khera, vividly describes her cultural journey and what it is like transitioning into a university social scene as an international student. Traveling across the globe to acquire an education is by no means an easy feat. Khera, who seems to have accomplished a successful transition, gives us a few tips and
Students Organize Mission Trip for Flint Water Crisis
Most students spent their Easter weekend traveling home or taking the opportunity to relax after a difficult midterm season. These 18 students from a number of cultural organizations, instead decided to take justice into their own hands and travel to the predominantly Black city, ridden with poisoned water, to provide ground support and hear the stories of
Tacos, Nachos, and Tequila: What No One Tells You About Mexico
I had the privilege of living most of my life in Mexico where I became completely in love with the culture of the country. Mexico is rich in history, it has diverse gastronomy, countless museums, beaches, mountains, deserts, pyramids,and much more. After living a few years in Mexico and learning about all the amazing things that the
10 Hidden Wonders of Mexico City
In Mexico City there seems to be an infinite amount of things to do. I have lived more than half my life there and it never ceases to surprise me every time I return. For those of you who are planning a trip to my country, I’ve curated a list of my top 10 most interesting places you cannot miss
Top 4 Mexican Myths Debunked
We’ve all heard that Mexicans are lazy, criminals, that we pass our time drinking, riding donkeys, wearing sombreros, supplying drugs into America, the list goes on. Culturally Yours has decided to unveil the myths, and reveal the facts about Mexico. “Mexico is the land of laziness and naps.” It is rather typical to imagine a farmer
An African Transitions to America
Adjusting to a new culture and environment is a normal process and can generate a wide variety of reactions and feelings. It goes from cultural surprise, stress, shock, and self-confidence that can be regained after. Augustin Vondou, an international student at Loyola like many of you shares his personal experiences. He is doing a