by International Students | Jan 2, 2021 | Students, Tips
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...
by Rebekah Miller | Oct 2, 2020 | Students, Survival in the US
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...
by Rebekah Miller | Sep 9, 2020 | Coming to the US, Students
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,...
by Rebekah Miller | Sep 2, 2020 | Students, Survival in the US
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...
by International Students | Aug 2, 2020 | Students, 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....
by International Students | Jul 28, 2020 | Students, Tips
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...
by Rebekah Miller | Jul 20, 2020 | Students, Survival in the US
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...
by Rebekah Miller | Jul 2, 2020 | Coming to the US, Students
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,...