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As American Orthodox Christians, do we seek to truly evangelize our nation? Or, are we distracted by nostalgic dreams of a by-gone past? The post The Kingdom of … Beaver Cleaver? Overcoming Christian Nostalgia appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Many American Founders, including our first four presidents, hoped to establish a national university that would educate statesmen for the new republic. During his second term, George Washington was presented with what seemed to be a golden opportunity to accomplish this goal—and rejected it on cultural grounds. In 1794, the Swiss exile François d’Ivernois had... Read more about: Teaching the Declaration for the Semiquincentennial The post Teaching the Declaration for the Semiquincentenn...| The American Mind
When I was growing up in North Carolina in the 1980s, a Chinese restaurant in town had its walls covered with photos of Marines and always gave a discount to any Marine who walked through its doors. The story behind the restaurant is remarkable. It was founded by an immigrant who, as an impoverished child... Read more about: The Nation of Theseus The post The Nation of Theseus appeared first on The American Mind.| The American Mind
Andrew Beck argues that America needs to revive the ideal of assimilation if our country is to survive as a country. It must not have its distinctive culture washed away by the influx of immigrants coming from many different cultures and religions. New Americans, he believes, should not only pledge allegiance to the nation’s official... Read more about: Topple Your Woke Idols The post Topple Your Woke Idols appeared first on The American Mind.| The American Mind
Hosting a high school exchange student is an adventure. But how can you prepare to share your American culture in a way that feels fun, thoughtful, and welcoming?| ICES Blog
If you are considering applying for hospitality visa Internships in the United States, you might be wondering what a day […]| www.spiritexchange.com
Mark Twain may have been forced to absquatulate from Virginia City in shame, but he remembered fondly his years in the Comstock.| The American Mind
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Easter in America offers high school exchange students a delightful mix of traditions, from egg dyeing and sunrise services to Easter Bunny photos and festive family gatherings.| blog.icesusa.org
Volunteering enriches exchange students' immersion in American culture, fostering community connections, understanding local issues, and experiencing diverse values and people firsthand.| blog.icesusa.org
One of the key aspects of preparing for your J-1 Visa Teacher Exchange Program is understanding the US school day schedule.| www.spiritexchange.com
In this brief lecture, we explore the myths and symbols of American art and culture, specifically the American Adam and the dialectical tension between the Garden and the Machine. In overviewing American symbolism and mythology in art, culture, literature, and film, we utilize the writings of R.W.B. Lewis and Leo Marx to help us understand […]| Discourses on Minerva