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ADVICE FOR NEW STUDENTS

From current international students at Binghamton University

•  Use ISSS a lot!! http://isss.binghamton.edu/

•  Mingle. People want to know who you are

•  Find an American friend to show you the American way of life

•  Join Conversation Pairs with The Writing Center to practice your English

•  Work hard - play harder!

•  Love yourself!!

•  Talk to your department advisor often to get help with your courses.

•  Learn time management

•  Be open-minded

•  Try not to be defensive, sometimes people just don't know

•  Set up your network of support (friends you can count on)

•  Celebrate everyday!

•  Keep smiling

•  Be flexible and adaptive

•  Just relax and have fun!

•  Get to know the U.S immigration regulations (otherwise you'll be in trouble!)

•  Be strong and independent

•  Take your time to get adjusted

•  Ask for help instead of waiting for others to find out your problem

•  Ask many questions and collect useful information

Last Updated: 01/07

Division of Student Affairs