Navigating new things!

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Hey everyone and welcome to my first blog post! Just to introduce myself I am Cherish and I am studying Representation in Film, Media and creative writing at Hampshire College and Screenwriting at the University of Chester! Iโ€™m a first generation student and the first in my family to study abroad. 

I wanted to talk to everyone today about what it is like to adjust to this culture as a first gen black woman in the United Kingdom. So letโ€™s get started! 

It was at first very hard for me to adapt to this environment because back in the states, I spent most of my time in the cultural center on my campus. I was constantly surrounded by people of color and thatโ€™s not the case here. I feel like though I have made many friends, I have few that can relate to my experiences as a black woman here. To battle that obstacle, I have decided to create things that feel like I am at home, cooking my cultural dinners, watching movies and also talking to my friends and family at home. I would recommend that for all who have to deal with similar circumstances. When you donโ€™t feel at home try to bring home to you! Iโ€™ve also included my new friends with some of my at home traditions. The movie nights that I would have back at home, Iโ€™ve brought it here. I canโ€™t wait to tell you all more about my experiences in my next one! Talk soon! 

Cherish McNeil