What are Your Observations on Culture?
“Culture is not made up but something that evolves which is human“-E.T Hall Culture is an extremely broad concept and can be interpreted in various ways, however, the definition of […]Read more
United in Strength: Recap on Fiesta de El Grito 2017
Despite a climate of political uncertainty, el Fiesta de El Grito brought a lively crowd, captivating performances and themes of belonging to mark 207 years since Mexico gained independence from […]Read more
10 Etiquette Tips for Hosting an Elegant Holiday Office Party
The author, Sharon Schweitzer, an expert on international business etiquette and protocol, will host an etiquette dinner in early 2017. Check back for details! With the start of the holidays […]Read more
Study abroad: Learning to live for the details
This summer I learned that there is a beautiful reason why clichés prevail. In Heredia, Costa Rica, a substantial town tucked between San Jose and the Poas Volcano, I lived […]Read more
‘Tis the Ramadan Season
Muslims in the greater Austin community began the holy month of Ramadan on Monday, June 6. They joined billions of other Muslims worldwide to observe a month of spirituality and […]Read more
3 Cross-Cultural Tips for Doing Business during the Holy Month of Ramadan
For most government organizations and government linked companies, time for Muslim prayer will have a bearing on meeting time. In addition, during the fasting month of Ramadan, they tend to […]Read more
UT Austin student immersed in Czech culture, finds Texas links
This summer, with the help of the Czech Studies Summer Fellowship at my university, The University of Texas at Austin, I studied abroad for one month at the Summer School […]Read more
Performance of The Whirling Dervishes
See a live performance by The Whirling Dervishes of Kona and Turkish Sufi Music Ensemble, rarely on tour in the U.S. Members of World Affairs Council of Austin receive a discount […]Read more
