Are you ready to experience the American ‘Way of Life’?
View(s):The “way of life” in America is difficult to define, yet not impossible. America Is world renowned for its diversity and this is an attribute that is of the utmost importance to an international student. The cultural changes differ from area to area. Students will find areas of the country that strongly resemble home, while other areas are completely foreign and unknown.
Culture Shock
One of the most common challenges international students face is dealing with “culture shock.” This is the time of transition from home to an unknown country, and adapting to the new culture, can be a challenge.
In order to overcome the feeling, it is recommended that students engage in activities that they enjoyed at home, such as a sport or hobby. This will also enable you to meet likeminded people, and feel more at home.
American Culture
American customs and values can differ to those in Sri Lanka, and can be confusing therefore. Independence, equality, informality and directness are four of the values that are near and dear to the American heart. A way of understanding the values is through getting used to the traditions. This is easily achieved by participating in the holidays and events.
Social Life
Interactions with other people—your social life—are an essential part of your stay in the United States. The key to having a fun and yet responsible social life, is to be open to experiences. Make friends in and out of college. The next adventure maybe at your doorstep!
If you want to develop the random interactions into deeper friendships, you will have to take the initiative. Ask to exchange contact information: phone numbers, email addresses, and social media names. The next step is to follow up! Invite people out for coffee, to join you for meals, or to casual social events. They will likely return the gesture, and you will be on your way to developing a friendship.
Become globally competitive through international exposure
Studying abroad for longer periods encourages cultural immersion and provides more opportunities for world travel, overseas internships and a stronger sense of academic stability. The exposure received enables the student to be globally competitive.
Start in Sri Lanka, Continue in America and travel the world
In order to give students the maximum opportunities, Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS) has affiliated with the California State University Monterey Bay, California State University San Marcos, California State University Bakersfield, California State University Sacramento, California State University Northridge, California State University Fresno, California State University Humboldt, and the State University of New York at Albany.
If you wish to maximize on this fabulous opportunity and be a part of the prestigious degree pathway programs at NCHS, call 0777 799 997/
011 5 899 998 or email info@nchs.edu.lk for
more information.
