GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES 2017/2018
C2N
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Colony to Nationhood is the project every Globalite will never forget. In seven groups of four, each group is assigned a nation and was tasked with not only researching the entire country's history since colonization but also transforming portable 11 into the country. The task requires creativity, as to correctly portray each country's overall culture. Every day going into presentations will be stressful, but the hour-long presentation will be better than imagined. The overall feeling of fulfillment, by the end of the week, is well worth all the hard work and stress. A creative journey that results in some tears, close friendships, and a lot of hot glue burns, C2N is the hardest you will work during your global journey.
SOUTH KOREA
South Korea is officially known as the Republic of Korea. Part of East Asia, South Korea is populated by an estimated 50 million citizens, 10 million residing in its capital, Seoul. South Korea has a moderate climate, only dropping to -20° C minimum in January. South Korea’s culture is very similar to North Korea’s, as a neighbouring country, China greatly influenced both. Additionally, art, dance, and religion, all contribute significantly to South Korea’s overall culture.
PERU
The Peru C2N group encompassed the religion, music, dancing, issues, literature and political climate of Peru throughout their hour-long presentation. The portable included a jungle climate including the historical site Machu Pichu and a recreation of a hillside restaurant. The students were taught simple dance moves. They were fed a traditional three-course meal that included plantain chips, beef with vegetables and french fries, and for dessert they all enjoyed traditional Peruvian chocolate cake.
Sri Lanka is a beautiful island nation located just south of India. This fascinating country has experienced struggles and victories and is teaming with unique and diverse cultures. We decided to take the Global Perspectives 2018 class on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Colombo, where they had the opportunity to learn more about this incredible country.
SRI LANKA
SENEGAL
Senegal is a country on Africa’s west coast with a rich French colonial heritage stemming from mid 15th century when many European powers are starting to compete in trades. The French gained rule of the country by the 19th century. Although in 1960 Senegal peacefully achieved independence. While discovering this country we learned they have strong religious ties to Islam, they economy primarily comes from fishing and wrestling is Senegal’s traditional sport.
JAMAICA
Jamaica is the fourth largest island in the Caribbean, lying a mere 145 kilometres South of Cuba. Currently, a commonwealth country, Jamaica’s head of state is Queen Elizabeth II. Within Jamaica, Christianity is the most prominent religion, as over 70% of the population practices it. It can be determined that music greatly contributes to the country’s culture, as it has played prominent roles in music development worldwide. Various famous international artists also originate from the country.
LIBYA
Libya, officially the State of Libya is the fifteenth-largest country in the world, bordered to the east by Egypt and to the west by Algeria. As a whole, more than 80 percent of Libya is covered by the Sahara Desert, with no rivers. For centuries, Libya was ruled by foreign powers and was colonized by the Italians until it finally achieved its independence in 1951. Libya is known as a very war-torn country, since it has experienced two civil wars. Libya’s most notable religion is Sunni Muslim, because of this religion the practice of music within its culture is very limited with its only music coming from religious chants.
GUAM
Guam is an unincorporated and organized territory of the United States of America. It is located off the coast of Japan in Micronesia. Guam has a very tropical climate with temperatures rarely dropping below 25°C at the coldest time. The citizens of Guam are known to be Guamanian, their culture deriving from their ancestors, the Chamorro. Their culture is also obtained from the Spanish contact from the colonization of Guam, in 1521. Music, dance, religion, and fashion are all significant parts of Guam’s culture and are all deeply rooted in the country’s history.