Life in the USA

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Updated: October 09, 2018

Learning new languages through VR visits

On a Friday morning in November in Houston, Texas, a group of 12 Rice University undergraduates in Jayoung Song’s second-year Korean language class took out their smartphones, opened the YouTube app and fastened their phones to a virtual-reality headset.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: October 09, 2018

A taste of home on campus

Jiaao Xue, a Chinese native studying at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has a special remedy for those inevitable bouts of homesickness. When he’s missing his family’s home-cooked meals, he heads to the Chinese restaurant near campus.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: October 09, 2018

At this school, the language of football is mandarin

What’s a flea flicker? Ever heard of a quarterback sneak?

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: October 02, 2018

When You Miss Your Country’s Food

I don’t think I realized Ecuadorian food was my favorite kind of food until I went to study in Seattle. I finally understood why people say that the food is one of the main reasons you start to feel homesick. It’s a daily reminder (or hourly, if you snack a lot like me) that you’re not home.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: October 02, 2018

I Wanted a Pet While Abroad

Anyone who knows me has seen at least 3,000 pictures of my dog, Chloe, and heard me say she is literally the most beautiful shih tzu that has ever lived. I’ve posted pictures of her with the caption “South America’s Next Top Model,” and she’s 50 percent of my Instagram stories when I go back home. I am in the U.S. and I love my dog.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: September 17, 2018

How to Host a Party or Gathering in Your Apartment

Whether it’s a holiday, a great test score, or just a fun Friday night, there are plenty of reasons to gather your friends and throw a party in your apartment. If your apartment feels too tight to host all your friends, use these tips to help you throw an exciting event in a small space.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: September 12, 2018

Weekend Getaways

While it’s true we come to the U.S. to study, experience the culture, and improve our language skills, I think we all reach a point where we just feel a little burnt out. Emotionally and mentally, it can get exhausting to always show your best side, keep up with assignments, and occasionally be misunderstood because of some language barrier. You start feeling like you need a break, and that starts making you homesick as well.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: August 17, 2018

5 Things I Wish I’d Known in My First Year Abroad

The year before I came to study in Seattle, my brother had just graduated from Seattle University as well, so I felt like I had someone to give me general advice on how to be prepared. My brother has always been more extroverted and interested in business and finance. I have always been a little more introverted and interested in art. Because we are completely different people, our experiences were very different, but that didn’t make his advice any less valid.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: August 17, 2018

College Move-In: What to Leave at Home

Attending a university in the United States will allow you the opportunity to earn a degree and immerse yourself in a new culture, but it can feel overwhelming to move your whole life to another country. As you prepare to make the move, here are a few things you won’t need to pack in your suitcase.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: July 12, 2018

Learning English in the U.S.: What Makes Philadelphia Different

Located in the northeastern U.S., Philadelphia is an underrated gem with much to offer. As one of the oldest U.S. cities, its history and cultural diversity make it a standout destination for international students.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: July 12, 2018

Four Things to Do Before You Get to Campus

Opening your acceptance email and finding out you’ll attend university in the United States is one of the most exciting moments of your life. Immediately, you’ll have a long list of things you’ll want to do when you arrive in the U.S.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: July 02, 2018

What to Do When You Get Homesick

Back during the new students’ orientation when I was a freshman, I remember talking about homesickness

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: June 12, 2018

When You Are the Only One from Your Country

Be it a sense of independence, the cultural exchange, the language, programs and opportunities, or for personal growth, it is undeniable that the United States is one of the top destinations for international students who want to explore beyond physical boundaries.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: June 07, 2018

Big or Small: What Size University Is Right for You?

There are many factors to consider during the application process. When you decide to study in the United States, you’ll need to research potential universities thoroughly to ensure you’re making the best choice.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: May 29, 2018

The Importance of Health Insurance for International Students & Travelers

Study Abroad can be inspiring and rewarding – meeting new friends, learning valuable knowledge, experiencing new cultures and customs, and exploring exciting and faraway places.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: May 22, 2018

Living Large in Small Spaces

The apartments you live in during your college years are not likely to be very spacious, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be comfortable and stylish. Creating the apartment you want out of the space you have can be accomplished by keeping these tips in mind.

Category: Life in the USA

Updated: April 21, 2018

Internships 101: What You Need to Know

If you’re interested in getting a head start on your job search and your visa allows you to work in the United States following graduation, interning is a great way to gain industry skills.

Category: Life in the USA