CULTURE

What is an Institution?

• A custom, practice, relationship, or behavioral pattern of importance in the life of a community or society: the institutions of marriage and the family.

• An established organization or foundation, especially one dedicated to education, public service, or culture.

What are some American Institutions?

• Small business        • The military        • Major educational institutions, such as colleges and universities    

   • Medicine        • Organized religion        • The U.S. Supreme Court        • Public schools        • The White House      • The courts and the justice system        • Television news        • Wall Street        • Major companies        • Organized labor        • Law firms        • The press        • Congress

DIVERSITY

• Diversity is one of the most unique features of American Culture.

• What do you know about U.S. diversity?

• How is diversity in the U.S. different from diversity in Taiwan?

• What are the positive aspects of living in a diverse country?

• Can you think of any negative aspects?