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What is it like to study at a university in the United States?. Kate Burrill, M.A. English Language Fellow IAIN Sunan Ampel. In this presentation, I talk about:. Introduction to American Life Friendship with Americans Classroom Culture Managing Money Health and Wellness - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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What is it like to study at a university in the United States?
Kate Burrill, M.A.English Language FellowIAIN Sunan Ampel
In this presentation, I talk about:Introduction to American LifeFriendship with AmericansClassroom CultureManaging MoneyHealth and WellnessMy Experience as a College Student
Introduction to American LifeTime“Time is money”Time is valuable—achievement-
oriented societyBe on time Deadlines must be met
Introduction to American LifeCommunicationDirect and clear“Get to the point”Ask a lot of questionsJust say “no” if you don’t knowEye contact is a must
Introduction to American LifeSafe topics to discuss with anyone:
◦The weather◦Classes and jobs◦Sports◦Entertainment (movies, music)◦Fashion, shopping, clothes
Topics you only discuss with close friends:◦Money, how much one earns◦Marital status/Family◦Religion◦Politics
Introduction to American LifeStatus and Hierarchy“All [people] are created equal.”
–Declaration of IndependenceIndividualistic cultureMore value on accomplishments
than age, race, family background
Introduction to American LifeStatus and Hierarchy
Students and professors sometimes use first names with each other
Introduction to American LifeDorm LifeImagine you’re in an American classroom
now, and this is your assignment:1. Watch the film about Rocky (the bad
student) and Donna (the good student).2. Take notes on what you should do to
be a good student in America.3. After the film, you will have three
minutes to review your notes and discuss your answers with a partner, and then we will discuss together.
Introduction to American LifeDorm LifeA good student…gets to class early.is polite.is social.doesn’t procrastinate.is involved in school activities.exercises regularly.
These points are especially important forinternational students who want to make new friends!
Friendship with AmericansFriendliness
and OpennessFriendly at first,
but value privacy and independence
Need to go over higher walls before reaching the stage of a good friendship.
Americans Other Countries
Friendship with AmericansAmericans prefer independence
and privacy◦Prefer to do something themselves
rather than ask a friend to do itTo make friends:
◦Don’t be afraid to start a conversation
◦Get involved in campus activities and clubs
◦Be aware of differences that may cause misunderstandings
Classroom CultureOf course: being on time is
important!◦If the class starts at 8am, when should
you arrive? Mix of teacher-centered and
learner-centered ◦Depends on the professor◦In general, U.S. classrooms are more
learner-centered than the rest of the world
Classroom CultureClasses are taught by a
professor, lecturer, or graduate assistant
Value of student perspective◦Students are expected to ask
questions◦Students are allowed to openly
disagree with teacher◦Participation is very important
Managing MoneyMore than 4,900 accredited
colleges and universities in the U.S.◦They have a wide range in price.◦2-year institution or 4-year
institution?
Managing MoneyWays of getting enough money:
◦Undergraduate Program Scholarships Academic Merit Financial Need Special skills (sports, music, leadership)
◦Graduate program Research assistantship Teaching assistantship Scholarships
Managing MoneyBudget/Spending Plan
◦Get one and stick to it!◦Use cash instead of debit card, less
likely to spend. Try keeping a spending journal for one
month. Envelope System
◦Put monthly amount in an envelope – when gone – no more.
Health and WellnessCulture ShockWays to De-stress:
◦Talk to family and friends◦Daily physical activity◦Remember to laugh
Nutrition◦Eat a mix of the right foods (fruits,
vegetables, whole grains)◦Americans eat too much. Don’t be
like them!
Other ResourcesEducationUSA.or.idAminef.or.idhttp://jmuiscblog.com/
◦James Madison University international students blog
Now, I’d like to talk about my personal experience as a college student in the United States.
What is life like for a student at university? Of course, it’s different for everyone. But
there are some general similarities for all Americans starting university.
First of all: Most students move away from home for the first time.
Life in a Dorm
Social life: In dorms!
No more home cooking. Is that good or bad?
The “Freshman 15”
The University of California, Davis
This is where I lived:
Student Activities
Some activities in the dorm
that’s me!
Sports! Can you guess what the most popular sport is?
If you guessed football,
you’re correct!
Marching band is also popular.
Some students work part-time.
Some students just want to sleep.
But whatever you choose to do, the most important thing is to do your best, and make
new friends!
Thank you for your
attention.
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