Culture shock

Most useful!

This is a pack of good and necessary information for anyone in a situation as mine. I really could put down my firm on these advices. Coming from who's coming, have a look, these information shall receive a good bit of attention. Good luck for any foreigner surfing in my blog and willing to get set abroad. You bet we divide homesick feelings, as we say in Brazil: saudades. I know that there are some information related to the LSE itself, but can be imported to your self institution or reality, I guess. Let's get to the stuff, source London School of Economics:

International Students and Culture Shock It can be exciting to study abroad, but some students may find the experience of coming to a new country and a new culture a bit overwhelming. The combination of missing friends and family and adapting to a new environment can induce 'culture shock'. This is a popular term for describing the impact of moving from a familiar culture to one that is unfamiliar. Here are some ways to deal with it: Remember that culture shock is a normal experience and that it should pass.

Keep in touch with your family and friends by telephone, letter, fax or email

Keep familiar things around you that have personal meaning - photos, etc

Find a supplier of familiar food if you can. For details of local shops please see:

UpMyStreet - a very useful website for finding out about local shops and services in your area

TimeOut London - very useful for shopping of all kinds, including food

Make friends with other international students - from your own culture and others. Investigate the Students' Union and its many societies. Freshers' Week is an excellent time for this (see Student societies)
Visit International Students House - a social centre for overseas students situated in central London. They offer a Christmas programme for students who are remaining in London over the Christmas vacation.
Take advantage of the student induction programme provided by the School and by your department

Your Student Mentor, School and Departmental Officers or the staff in the Student Services Centre in the Old Building can also help you. If you are having problems - tell someone <= * you heard them! :) Join one of the many S.U Societies, for more information see LSE Students' Union Societies Link with a faith community if appropriate. The LSE Chaplaincy should be able to put you in touch with a local church, mosque, synagogue, or temple, and there are several religious student societies. Don't forget that if feelings of isolation or disorientation persist and are affecting your studies, there are people here who can help you. We want you to get the most out your time here, and to enjoy the experience. <= you heard them phase two! :) The Students' Union has an international students officer who is responsible within the Union for ensuring the welfare and representation of international students. You can email him / her at ... For more information for international students, please see ..."