A researched culture narrative combines the story of either your experiences wit

A researched culture narrative combines the story of either your experiences within a culture or subculture, connection to that culture, or keen interest in a culture you want to learn more about. Integrate research into what experts or scholars say about that particular culture, along with other core elements of cultural understanding. Cultures or subcultures can be ethnic, regional, national, social, political, related to gender/sexuality, related to shared values or interests (think “surf culture,” “hip-hop culture,” “gaming culture,”), or closed groups (sororities/fraternities, military organizations, or clubs requiring membership).
Research elements of a culture or subculture, such as language, customs, norms, values, symbols, traditions, histories, foods, holidays, shared texts (religious, charters, common books, or media), and any influences of environment and connect these with your specific culture. Your research should serve to contextualize the culture and its elements, thus enhancing your readers’ understanding of the culture and your connection to it or experience with it.