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Intro to American Culture
International Student Orientation 2013
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Culture
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American Culture
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American Culture - Basics
Then: “melting pot” Now: “salad bowl”
Equality and Diversity
Value Individualism and Independence Held accountable
for own actions Hard working,
productivity, accomplishment, achievement
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Geography
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Communication
Direct - “to the point”
Ask a lot of questions Sign of
interest/clarity Body Language Slang/Sarcasm Formal vs. Informal
Professor, Staff Other students
Greetings
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Time
Be on time! Classes,
appointments, work, group meetings Being late = sign
of disrespect Arrive early
Social Settings More flexible “fashionably late”
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Laws / Rules
Follow all U.S. laws and university rules Can’t say “I didn’t know”
Immigration regulations – student status
Legal drinking age is 21
Illegal/Criminal activity Drugs, Stealing, DUI/DWI,
Assault (physical, sexual, online harassment)
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Recreational
Holidays Independence Day (4th of
July), Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, Labor Day, Memorial Day
Sports Football, Soccer, Hockey,
Lacrosse, Baseball Food
Pizza, Burgers/Hotdogs, Garbage Plates, Fried/Fast Foods, Apple Pie
Large Portions!
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RIT Culture
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RIT Culture
Tech Savvy Sustainability - “go
green” Deaf and Hard of
Hearing Community GLBTQA
Community ROTC Electronic Gaming
Society & Anime Club (Tora-Con)
Human vs. Zombies
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Friendships
Friendly, informal interactions
Not always lead to close, lasting friendships
Get Involved! 250 clubs on
campus Get Involved fair on
Sat 8/24
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Learn it vs. Live it
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Cultural Adjustment CycleHoneymoon
Culture Shock
Adjustment
MentalIsolation
Acceptance/Integration
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The realities of Cultural Adjustment
It’s different for everyone
It’s an unavoidable rite of passage
It’s a known process with known symptoms
You will survive – don’t be afraid to ask for help!
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Coping Strategies
Think positively Keep a sense of
humor Keep an open
mind Set realistic goals Take the initiative Speak English as
much as possible Ask for help!
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Helpful Resources
Family and friends
International Student Services
RIT Counseling Center
RIT Student Health Center
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Helpful Resources
RIT Academic Support Center
RIT Center for Women and Gender
Student Organizations
Rochester Global Connections Volunteer
Friendship Program
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Focus on the big picture…