Saturday, March 3, 2012

Bringing Christmas to college campus; Foreign students at Siena recall their traditions as they experience holiday in America.(Capital Region)

Byline: WENDI LYNN STEFFKE - Staff Writer

COLONIE - Though Advent finds them in a foreign country, some Siena College students from abroad say they find ways to bring a taste of home to the season.

Baked goods, stories of other traditions, decorations and church events all incorporate memories of past Christmas celebrations.

At the same time, the international students say they enjoy experiencing the holiday American style.

"It's fun having the people of God come together from many parts of the world," said sophomore Christian Wolf of Germany. The biggest difference the 21-year-old Wolf has noticed, compared to his homeland, is the focus on …

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