While it can be scary to practice in the field, most foreigners would be happy to assist those who make an honest effort to communicate.
First-years: It’s okay not to be super excited about school
“[Being independent] is definitely a part of being an adult, eventually you’re gonna find your own friends, maybe a significant other that you’re going to do stuff with, and that’s going to be your life, more than your family and your friends from when you were growing up.”
Independence is not individual
“Independence is often conflated with individualism, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to cut ties to prove your self-sufficiency. In fact, true independence is finding a balance between your root connections and forging your own path.”
The harsh reality of leaving home for college
“You grew up in one place for so long with the people you know and love and have grown to be comfortable around. All of a sudden you have to pack it all up and go somewhere completely different.”
Prescription for homesickness
Whether you live near or far, homesickness is inevitable for first years. It happens to everyone at some point regardless of where you go and affects everyone differently. However, students can conquer homesickness during this adjustment period.