Archive for February, 2016
By on February 15th, 2016
Introducing Your Host Family to Your Culture
You chose to live with a host family during your international educational program or internship for many reasons: to study, work, improve your English, and learn the culture were surely at the top of the list. Likewise, your host family applied to host you for many reasons. One of those was probably to learn something about your culture in return, but how do you go about sharing details of your daily life surrounded by unfamiliarity? There are a few easy…
By on February 12th, 2016
Making Friends While Abroad
Completing your education or gaining valuable work opportunities aren’t the only reasons you choose to live abroad. Experiencing life in a new country teaches many life lessons that can’t be learned in any other way. Becoming an international student or intern is an eye-opening adventure, and if you go home with only the degree or job reference, you’re missing out on half the experience. One of the best and easiest ways to see the culture of your new home up…
By on February 10th, 2016
5 Great Things about Living in San Francisco
San Francisco is one of the most liberal cities in America, making it perfect for the unique blend of artists and tech geeks that call it home. Choosing to live with a host family as an international student in San Francisco means immersing yourself in a great blend of modern urban life and eco-friendly, peaceful living. From the many spiritual centers to the fun night scene, San Francisco truly offers something to enrich every part of your life. While you…