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My Insights into the American Society
Posted on: 27 July 2016 BY: LDe
United States is a country that fascinates me a lot. Hearing about United States, I unavoidably imagine its appealing landmarks, such as white house, liberty statue and other exotic ones that you can think of. Luckily, for this program me and my cohorts first touched down in Washington D.C. for the …
How to deal with challenges while studying in the US
Posted on: 27 July 2016 BY: GMayella
It is always fascinating for foreign students to study in a new country especially in a country like the United States where students have enormous opportunity to experience new values, wonderful outdoor adventures, cultural diversity and the best academic life. Although it sounds exciting, it is…
My advice for new coming students.
Posted on: 18 July 2016 BY: MLiu
It seems like time has been flying since I first got here at St. Michael's college. My freshman year is done and I am going to be a sophomore soon. Campus is so beautiful in summer and I am loving spending the time I get to spend in Vermont (The Green Mountain State). I spent my summer taking summer…
Studying in The United States
Posted on: 14 July 2016 BY: VPereira
Study abroad is one of the most interesting things that an individual can enjoy in his/her life. Many people think that it is difficult to be away from family, friends, food, and so on. Obviously, it is challenging. However, this is an amazing chance for participants to explore a new place and share…
First Impressions in the United States
Posted on: 27 May 2016 BY: VPereira
My First Few Days Experiences in The United StatesWhen I arrived at St Micheal's College I thought things may be difficult for me, being both a new student and from a far away country. I thought it would be hard for me to adjust as I was going to be the oldest freshman studying Intern…
My First Thoughts About America!
Posted on: 27 May 2016 BY: VPereira
When I was a child, I fell in love with America as soon as I looked at its flag. Because of this, I dreamed of visiting this wonderful place one day. When I graduated from my senior high school, I had worked with a local NGO (Empreza Diâ'ak) in Timor-Leste. I got a chance to meet with lots of inter…
The Year of Transition
Posted on: 25 October 2015 BY: LDe
The first year was more of like a self-insertion to this new environment of the University of Minnesota and the state, and this year myself has been taken to a whole new level, academically and socially. Just a reminder, I was a transfer student to the University of Minnesota after my post-completio…
Initial Steps to the Opened Gate
Posted on: 30 November -0001 BY: LDe
My summer started off with my graduation walk. It was a remarkable experience that I looked up most throughout my college career. Walking at Mariucci Arena (Gopher’s Hockey Home) surrounded by the enthusiasts of their children’s achievements I somehow felt propelled, even though, my family was n…
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USTL is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State; it is administered by the American Councils for International Education (American Councils) in collaboration with the U.S Embassy in Dili, Timor-Leste