Maya's Blog

 How does assimilation affect students?     Assimilation,  is the act of changing aspects of one’s identity, including cultural identity, to fit societal standards.  Most people feel like they cannot be themselves around others and tend to change things about themselves. Such as, the way they speak, talk or act. This issue happens worldwide. Unfortunately, people don't realize they are just hiding their unique aspects about themselves just to fit in with the rest of the world. What are the different ways assimilation can affect students?      Many students feel the need to assimilate due to society. Some stop wearing traditional because they are ashamed. Instead of feeling embarrasment, students should feel the need to be who they are. However, not everybody is like this. Several students chose to stick to their culture or who they are rather than feel ashamed about who they are. Assimilation is a situation that is basically unavoidable,  sin...

       Besides the obvious Pizza & Bagels, New York serves several astonishing dishes all the time. Such as sandwhiches, ice cream, burgers, ramen, food trucks etc. NYC is home to most of the best pizza, no argument needed. The city that never sleeps always has different spots everywhere for some dishes that are unmatched. The well known spot, "Roberta's Pizza" located in Brooklyn never fails to make a delicious slice that is made in their wood fire oven. Not only do they serve great pizza, but they also serve a full menu of various dishes, such as, garlic knots, pepperoni rolls, quesadillas etc. NYC is also home to several food trucks. Some people's favorite is "Kimchi Taco's" which brings to you a blend of flavorful Korean and Mexican food. What makes it 10x better is the prices, best $4 you can spend. Another gem, "The Halal Guys" which has 4 locations in Manhattan,NY and one in Brooklyn,NY serves you some dishes to die for. It's not...