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Attending an American Wedding

Weddings are universally considered occasions of great celebration; however, expectations can vary greatly depending on culture, tradition, and environment. If you receive an invitation to a wedding during your time in the US, the following general information should...

Transportation

Public transportation in the US might not seem as well developed as what you are used to in your home country. Depending on where you live, you can find some or all of the following options: Subway The subway system provides underground trains that usually operate 24...

What to expect arriving at the airport in the U.S.

Arriving at the airport in the United States Your arrival at the airport marks the official beginning of your international student journey. You will probably experience a variety of emotions all at the same time; excitement, nervousness, anxiety, anticipation,...

Housing

Students at US colleges and universities have several options for housing accommodations. Dorms and Residence halls If the school you attend has dorms or residence halls, you have the option of living on campus. As part of a "Room and Board" package, you can be...

Social Networking safety tips

Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, etc. are a fun way to stay connected with friends and family. When we participate in social networking, there are some helpful safety tips to follow: Remember that criminals also use social media....

How can I be healthy and fit?

Staying healthy takes effort. As students, we are busy and sometimes our own health isn't our top priority. Make health a priority in your life by concentrating on these areas: Eat healthy foods — In the United States, we have an overabundance of food and not all of...

Travel

While you are in the US, you will probably want to see more than just your local area. There are no restrictions for travel within the United States, and interstate travel does not require any paperwork or visas. Below you will find a listing of the various ways you...

TOEFL

Virtually every credible school in the U.S. requires international students to take the TOEFL exam, which stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language. This exam measures the student's ability to communicate in English, as necessary to understand, read, speak and...

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HOW TO NETWORK AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

Listen to these amazing tips from a career center mentor and professor as he tells practical ways that you can network as you look for a job as an international student. He uses his experience as a recruiter at HP to tell you the dos and don’ts of networking, interviewing, building a resume and more!

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Transitioning to a new country can be tough but we’re here to help. Check out our many articles on finding community and adjusting to living in the United States.

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