THE ACCULTURATION OF NON-BENGUET STUDENTS

This paper discusses the acculturation of non- Benguet students to the language, the cultural practices and the way of clothing of Benguet. This study generally aims to seek an answer to some manifestations of acculturation among non- Benguet College Students who are enrolled in Benguet State University. Specifically, this paper determines the similarities and differences of practices among students in terms of language, cultural practices and fashion; the extent and manifestations of acculturation is also determined in this study. This paper used qualitative and quantitative research methods. The study was conducted at Benguet State University, specifically in CTE, CA, CAS and CHET. Interview guide and survey questionnaire were used to gather the necessary data; descriptive analysis was used in analyzing the gathered data. The findings show that there are salient similarities and differences of language, cultural practices and fashion among the respondents. Whereas, the findings show that the respondents have high acculturation in terms of language, cultural practices and fashion. In the manifestations of acculturation, assimilation was favored in the way of clothing, language and cultural practices. Henceforth, activities that will further improve the extent and manifestations of acculturation is forwarded by the researcher.