Over half (528,182) of all the international students and scholars in the United States are in graduate programs, optional practical training, or are visiting scholars. Overwhelmingly they come from China and India, but South Korea, Germany, and Saudi Arabia are just a few of the other places sending internationals here. Welcoming internationals to your university is very straightforward. Everyone wants a friend, and that's just an easy first step. Make sure you understand that crossing cultures is an aspect to be … [Read more...] about Welcoming internationals to your university
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Seeking tips for international students
On Friday, I led an International Discussion Forum on Randy's Last Lecture at U. of Pennsylvania, sponsored by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, the Penn Graduate Christian Fellowship, and Intercultural Friends. Note: Discussion questions posted here in PDF. Afterward, there was an opportunity for participants to offer suggestions for future topics. The international students in my discussion group desired an introduction to the practical elements of navigating American culture, one significant area … [Read more...] about Seeking tips for international students