It is finally here! The semester you have been waiting for: your first semester in the United States. You packed your bags and arrived at your new university, and there are so many new things to experience. Unfortunately, not all of them are going to come easily. With our help, though, learning about your insurance […]
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February 17th, 2022 by Natalie HollandHow to Make the Best of Your Holidays While Staying on Campus
December 22nd, 2021 by Natalie HollandWith the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic, this holiday season might not look exactly how you planned it. Many of us started making plans again and maybe even bought plane tickets home to see our families, only to have the Omicron variant keep us stuck in our dorm this December. It is disheartening to let […]
How to deal with homesickness as an international student
November 10th, 2021 by Alexis PonceHomesickness can be defined as the feelings of sadness, anxiety or stress you may feel when you’re away from the people and places that are familiar to you. After spending months surrounded by family and indoors, for the new international students that may be traveling for the first time to study abroad, homesickness is going […]
The 2021 Travel Video Contest is LIVE
September 23rd, 2021 by Natalie HollandIT’S HERE! Every year, our friends at InternationalStudent.com host a contest showcasing international students from around the world. This year marks the 16th annual Travel Video Contest, with a brand new theme: community. Share how “community” has impacted or influenced you and your international education pursuit. We encourage you to be creative and interpret the […]
Hispanic Heritage Month
September 13th, 2021 by Yessica PratoEvery year between September 15 and October 15, Hispanic Heritage month is observed in the United States. The Hispanic Heritage month celebrates traditions, cultures, and contributions from Hispanic and Latin American countries. Let’s dive into a bit of a history lesson as to the origins of this month and the importance of the celebration. The […]
Prescription Medications: Don’t be taken by surprise!
July 20th, 2021 by Yessica PratoA few weeks ago, I went to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription that I’ve filled for months before. My insurance had changed recently so I had to fill the prescription under the new insurance. After the pharmacist got off the phone with this new insurance company, he advised me that there was an […]
Why Taking A Breath Does More For Your Body than Just Breathing
June 28th, 2021 by Jennifer FrankelFeeling stressed out? How many times have you heard, just breathe! In fact, when you look at many different relaxation techniques, whether it’s yoga or meditation, you will notice that there is a lot of focus on the types of breaths we take. In this blog we will talk about what research is finding when […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Preparation and What to Expect
May 18th, 2021 by Sally McleodAs summer approaches, COVID-19 vaccine eligibility has expanded to anyone in the United States 16 years of age and older. So now that eligibility has been granted, what does this mean for international students and what should you do now? There has been a lot of discussion and ambiguity around how much vaccines cost and […]
