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Honest tips and insights into thriving as an International student

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THRIVING IN THE USA: Tips for African Students (pt. 2)
THRIVING IN THE USA: Tips for African Students (pt. 2)
August 18, 2023
Hello, my international friends! I hope you’re well and thriving! 🌞 If you missed our first post of the series, go check it out here before starting this one! To those who’ve already read it, we hope it helped your cultural challenges here in the States.  Today’s post is special for ✨ African students ✨ Read more…
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THRIVING IN THE USA: Initial Tips (pt. 1)
THRIVING IN THE USA: Initial Tips (pt. 1)
August 9, 2023
Moving to another country is a BIG change, especially when that change is from East to West or vice versa. With culture and customs being so different, preparation for the new culture is highly recommended. I, however, didn’t follow the recommendation when I came to the U.S. from Brazil; I thought I’d do well since Read more…
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Understanding Space: Direct vs Indirect Cultures (pt. 2)
Understanding Space: Direct vs Indirect Cultures (pt. 2)
August 4, 2023
And we’re back with ✨PART 2✨ of Understanding Space! If you missed PART 1, click here for the scoop. If not, let’s get into ✨PART 2✨, baby! 😝 “We Have” vs “I Have” 🖐️✊ Just as indirect cultures embrace “automatic inclusion,” inclusive cultures are also founded on the principle of sharing. In an inclusive culture, Read more…
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Podcast Episodes

Check out our podcast The World at Home to hear real stories of International students finding community

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The World at Home Ep 3: Cross-Cultural Friendships

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you put two natural introverts on a podcast? For Episode 3 of The World at Home podcast we interview Sonia, a college student from Indonesia, who shares how she has learned to grow cross-cultural friendships in the US. Naturally an introvert, Sonia has had to grow her confidence to go outside of her comfort zone- to make others feel more at home, just like others did for her.

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The World at Home Ep. 2: To Say Goodbye

Episode 2 of The World at Home podcast we interview IFI Staff member and former international student from Rwanda, Viviane about her experiences with saying goodbye and grief.

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The World at Home Ep. 1: A Great Return

Welcome to The World At Home, a podcast where we will explore the incredible journeys of international students who’ve come to the U.S. to study, learn, and grow. In each episode, we’ll hear first hand stories from people who have left their home countries to the United States, now navigating new academic and/or professional, cultural, and personal landscapes.In this Episode we interview Carol from Brazil on her experience visiting home after many years.

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