EIL Intercultural Learning

Day 3-  Everyone has gotten over the jet lag and made new friends with the help of volleyball and frisbee, although it's hard not to make new friends as everyone is SOOO friendly and open. In a presentation designed to paint the FULL picture of army life we were surprised and shocked to find that the American recruitment system is so flawed and unfavourable to the young people of America. We also viewed a recruiting advertisement from the US army. This adverstisement glorified war and was very misleading to the realities of army life. The advertisment seemed more like an action movie trailer than an official government release. The comparison between Ireland and the U.S in the this respect was staggering. However tomorrow there will be a lunch time discussion held my two of the americans who wish to defend the U.S army and further explain the situation and give the group their opinion on this subject.

           Last night there was and open mic night for all talents. One girl played the sitar and others sang poilitically themed songs and we couldn't help but join in. So far we're having a great time and are looking forward to the 4th of July parade. Pictures to follow!

- Conor and Laura