Five Ways for International Students to Thrive on Campus
Studying in another country offers an exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and adapt to a new culture. However, it can also be challenging for international students to navigate an unfamiliar environment. Here are five actionable ways international students can thrive on campus by enhancing their cultural adaptation skills.
Building Student Resilience: Problem vs. Symptom-Focused Strategies
Resilience is a vital skill for university students as they navigate academic challenges, social pressures, and personal growth. Core to building resilience is understanding how to cope effectively with stress.
Universities can do more to help students build resilience. In addition to teaching students about the strategies discussed below, universities can encourage students to use myGiide to further develop resilience. myGiide offers self-awareness and personalized insights and tips to strengthen students’ ability to manage the novel situations they are facing.
Students should also learn the difference between two key coping strategies and when to use them.
Thriving International Students: A Guide for University Administrators
As all university leaders know, the academic journey of international students is often burdened with challenges beyond just their grades. Cultural differences, feelings of social isolation, and unfamiliarity with the U.S. educational system can lead to stress and anxiety, significantly impacting their academic performance. Research shows that international students who adapt well to their host country environment are more likely to succeed academically, feel a sense of belonging, and graduate. In contrast, the failure to adapt creates deep personal, financial, and educational problems for international students.