Culture Interview with Osaid Mirza
by Katja Davidoff

What was your first impression of the U.S.?
When I came to USA I was surprised that people were not as friendly as I thought they would be.  Before I came here I was told about how friendly Americans were.  However, I feel that sometimes Americans are not so friendly.

What was something that really surprised you about the U.S.?
I really surprised about how organized most systems are. I was pleasantly surprised at how well run most organizations seemed to be. 

Even though people are not always instantly friendly, they are quick to help you if they think you need anything. 

What’s something that you want others to know about your culture and your country?
The people in my country are warm and friendly and care very much about family. 

What’s something that you wish others didn’t think or assume about those from your culture?
I wish that others didn’t judge the religion of Islam according to the behavior of humans, which is unpredictable and subject to human flaws. 

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