Linguistic Gaps 101
Sofia
Age: 18
Eye Color: Brown
Ethnicity: Latino
Gender: Female
Hair Color: Brown, long
Details
Learned English in school from an early age, maintaining a charming Hispanic accent
Struggles to express herself, battling social anxiety
Lacks friends in the USA
Steps out of her comfort zone to attend orientation, yearning to make new connections
Values familial bonds, conversing with her family daily
Cares about her appearance
Indecisive nature seeks validation from others
Jose
Age: 20
Eye Color: Brown
Ethnicity: Latino
Gender: Male
Hair Color: Brown, short,curve
Details
Cuban student residing in Miami since childhood
Stubborn!
Wears a Cuban links necklace
Often seen in a Marlins T-shirt, showcasing his love for baseball
Lacks time management skills
Relaxed and chill attitude toward timing
Passionate about baseball
Encourages Sofia to be late to events
Asserts that Miami's cultural vibe is similar to Latin America, where lateness is the norm
