Monday, July 28, 2014

How far do Americans persepctives stretch?

How far do Americans persepctives stretch?
A couple of days ago I met a couple of foreign students here in sunny South Africa. Amongst them were some Americans. We started chatting and asked each other a few questions. We asked each other about music, movies etc. such as who knows Roxette? Who knows anything about cricket, rugby and soccer? We started talking about nutrition and the protein content of eggs. The one American guy studying chemical engineering had such a big mouth and told us that the yellow of eggs contain the most protein! None of the Americans knew who Roxette is and they knew almost nothing about any of the above mentioned sports! Myself and the other foreigners then resalised that Americans know very little of anything non-American and enough about America to survive in it. By the way, the rest of us had a fairly decent knowledge of each others countries including America. So, why does bush and many Americans criticise others and jump to conclusions about everyone when their perspectives are almost 0?
Immigration - 8 Answers
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So you are judging Americans by these particular two, and because they didn't know enough about eggs and cricket? What's it like to be so damned smart?
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You are guilty of the very thing you are complaining about. You drew erroneous conclusions about 300 million people after talking to a "couple." I am willing to bet that you don't know where Wilson is. Does that make you ignorant?
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Hmmm... I think you are making a broad assumption based on a few people. There are many Americans that are well read, well travelled, and very knowledgeable about the world. My American college had soccer, as well as rugby (both men's and women's), and Lacrosse. Roxette has to do more with the age of a person, and their musical tastes. Can you say that in South Africa, every single person knows the protein contents of the whites and yolks of eggs? Please don't base your opinions of a nation on one or two experiences. There are intelligent and not so intelligent in every country.
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I'm sure you feel you have a "broad perspective" about America, but it's been my experience (and I've traveled extensively and lived on 3 continents) that most people get the perspective about America from Hollywood. Trust me, it isn't accurate. Any generalization of this type is bound to be inaccurate. The USA has a population over 301 million...judging the American people on your short meeting with "a couple of American students" is certainly bound to be wrong. Even I find American college students very narrow in their scope of vision...even more so than those of other countries. They just tend to be less mature. But they hardly represent America. I'm an American. I have no idea who Roxette is, but I'm personal friends with principal dancers from companies in Spain and England and opera performers in other countries. I know nothing much about cricket...but less about basketball and football. I do, however, enjoy tennis and water polo. I, too, have found college students (who are just starting to gain a little knowledge) arrogant and obnoxious and quite often completely off-base. I usually shake it off as the "sophomore syndrome". My question to you is, what does this have to do with immigration? Best wishes.
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Hell, I even know where Wilson is, he's floating in the south pacific. Regerugged; am I right?
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Someone recently pointed out that less than 5% of the US population has passports. Other countries teach children to learn several different languages (I have a friend from France that speaks 5). Americans often expect others to speak English when we do leave the country. Our schools place a huge focus on learning about our history, but, virtually nothing about any other. Our nightly news will feature a story about the birth of a koala, but, wont touch on the terror going on in Darfur. There are people starving to death and little girls being drown. There are women being oppressed and raped, and, families in entirety being tortured and killed. Yet, on our "world" news, the top story may be Iraq- but only as it pertains to OUR soldiers. Then, we won't mention Darfur, we won't talk about the terror of our bretheren. If there is a hijacking and 100s killed it gets little to no press, unless there is an American- then, the story is, "300 people- including 1 American"... Like an American life is more valuable than that of anyone else on this planet? By luck of birth we were born here. Unfortunately, we are largely a self-absorbed culture. Our citizens care about one another, but, I agree, are somewhat "out of touch" with the rest of the world. I blame it on the media- telling us we are the best, we don't need to think about anyone else, etc.
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How many people know anything about any other countries? Part of the problem is the stereotyping done by organizations such as the BBC which continuously portray Latin Americans as going around in ponchos and sandals whereas there are many Latin American girls who can put to shame the cream of the European girls.Travel broadens the mind and the more you see of the world the more you realize that people are people everywhere. Incidentally, who is Roxette?
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Just off hand I'd say that you probably had an anti-American bias long before posting your so-called "question." Then you turn right around and show everyone how enlightened and wordly you are by trying to reinforce your bias by holding up two Americans as proof that you're right. Sorry, bunky, but that just doesn't compute...!

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Monday, July 14, 2014

Do I qualify for a US visa or green card?


Do I qualify for a US visa or green card?
I had a green card over 10 years ago, before I went back to South Africa for college. I don't have the green card anymore, was destroyed along with most of my belongings. My mother is now a US citizen. My fiance is on student visa in the US. We want to get married and live together in the US while he is studying. I'm on working holiday in England right now. Is it possible for me to get the Green Card again, or visitor's visa or should I ONLY apply for citizenship through my mother? Please help, thank you in advance. Oh, I'm 29.
Immigration - 2 Answers
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You should, but its going to take at least 6 months to get it. You should've re-newed the green card before the 10 years was up.
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Your immigrant status is considered abandoned. Your mother should file an I-130 for you along with all the supporting documents. Unfortunately, as a Green Card holder cannot petition your fiance. If you marry her, as a Green Card holder, the wait for her to get a visa is over 5 years. If you marry her first, then your mother petitions you you'll be 3rd preference and the wait for you and your wife will be 8 years.

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Monday, July 7, 2014

Exchange Student Choices?

Exchange Student Choices?
I am interested on going on a 6 week foreign exchange with Rotary. My choices are Austria, Belgium, Brazil, France, Germany, Sweden or Switzerland. I am going during December/January. I am in high school and because I live in South Africa also learn Afrikaans (7th year now). Which one do you suggest for any reasons including new years etc. I can only go to one country. Also what type of area do you enter? Upper/Middle/Low Class Areas. And any other info would be great.
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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See what's they said Students do not attend school and are instead given a brief introduction to the language of their host country with heavy emphasis on sightseeing and cultural learning. Upon their return they are expected to give a short presentation on their experience to their sponsors. Rotary International also offers a program called R.O.S.E.(rotary overseas short-term exchange) where a student exchanges homes directly with another student of a foreign country at the same time. Today, many Rotary Exchange students can be recognized by their Rotary Youth Exchange blazer. While most countries recommend navy blue, the blazer may also be dark green, red, black, or maroon. The color of the blazer usually depends on which country or region the exchange student is from. One Rotary tradition is that students cover their blazers in pins and patches they have traded with other students or bought in places they have visited as evidence of their exchange. It is popular for the students to bring a large collection of national- or regional-themed pins and trade them with students from other areas. This tradition is popular worldwide. Application The selection process may vary by district and country, but most students apply to a Rotary Club in their hometown or a nearby town as the first step. The student will likely be interviewed by this Rotary Club and if this club agrees to sponsor the student, the student's application will be extensive, according to most students. It consists of 12-15 pages, and 4 exact copies which must each be signed in blue ink. The application asks for basic general information, medical history, dental history, principal or guidance counselor review, grades from the past 2 years, teacher recommendation, and personal questions answered by the student. Orientation Prior to leaving, most districts hold orientations for the students. These orientations usually include a variety of seminars and activities designed to prepare students for their exchanges. Topics covered usually include program rules, discussions with former exchange students about their experiences, and information about what students need to do before their departure. Students also learn about how to make a presentation about their home country and region, which they will usually be required to present to their hosting Rotary club and may be invited to present to other groups as well. Inbound exchange students may also participate in the orientations as well. The rules discussed may vary somewhat, but the "4 D's" apply to all students regardless of home or host country. The 4 D's are the four most important Rotary exchange rules: No driving No drinking No serious dating No drugs http://www.rotary1900.de/jugenddienst/ in Germany http://www.rotarystudent.se/ Rotary Youth Exchange, Sweden http://www.crjfr.org/Portail/index.asp France
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I would suggest Austria cuz there's so much history there
3 :
In order from what would be my first choice to what would be my last: Switzerland, France, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Germany

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Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Can a long distance relationship between ppl on different continents work?


Can a long distance relationship between ppl on different continents work?
He's 22 and white from America, I'm 19 and mixed from South Africa. We'r both in university students studying the same thing. We chat almost everyday and send emails. Neither of us are dating ne1 form our own country.
Singles & Dating - 7 Answers
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no, it just leads to heart ache.
2 :
hell no
3 :
It depends upon the type of relationship you are looking for. If the idea is to get married, please make a thorough enquiry of the guy. Whatever disclosed may be or may not be true from either side.
4 :
...you'll never know what tomorrow brings so enjoy and cherish what you've got right know
5 :
yes honey it works C it depends on feelings ok. If u both like eachothers company then believe me this relation will surely work...
6 :
no it definitely won't work move on and find some one local!
7 :
no. never do long distance.

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