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Adjusting to Class Times
Maame from Ghana talks about a challenge she experienced with the length of her classes.
Adjusting to the American Classroom
Julia from China talks about the biggest difference she experienced in the American classroom, compared to that of her home country.
Adjusting to the American Classroom
Bugra from Turkey talks about the biggest differences he sees in the American classroom from his home country.
Adjusting to the American Classroom
Chi-Tsung from Taiwan talks about his academic experience at BU.
Adjusting to the American Classroom
Komal from India talks about the biggest differences she sees in the American classroom from her home country.
Adjusting to the United States
Komal from India talks about adjusting to a new country.
Advice for Future Students
Julia from China offers some advice for future international graduate students.
Advice for Future Students
Raissa from Brazil talks about her personal growth and the advice she would have given to herself in her first year.
Advice on Cooking for Yourself
Maame from Ghana gives advice on how to cook for yourself, including how to meal prep.
Advice on Seizing Opportunities
Raissa from Brazil gives her advice on going after every opportunity.