Navigating the First Year: Transition and Adjustment Experiences of International Students of Color at a Predominantly White Institution

International student mobility has been a highly discussed topic in higher education in the United States (U.S.). Yet current geo-political issues necessitate a re-examination of how international students, especially those who would be considered students of Color, are transitioning to U.S. higher...

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Main Authors: Christina W. Yao, Jennifer N. Rutt, Kaleb Briscoe, Alexandra Kirshenbaum, Matthew W. Knight, Kathleen J. Buell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing 2019-12-01
Series:Journal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention
Online Access:https://pubs.lib.umn.edu/index.php/jcotr/article/view/2374
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spelling doaj-81d9976a034f42919727eb1ac4cd48ab2021-06-10T17:28:10ZengUniversity of Minnesota Libraries PublishingJournal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention1534-22632690-45352019-12-0126210.24926/jcotr.v26i2.23742065Navigating the First Year: Transition and Adjustment Experiences of International Students of Color at a Predominantly White InstitutionChristina W. YaoJennifer N. RuttKaleb BriscoeAlexandra KirshenbaumMatthew W. KnightKathleen J. BuellInternational student mobility has been a highly discussed topic in higher education in the United States (U.S.). Yet current geo-political issues necessitate a re-examination of how international students, especially those who would be considered students of Color, are transitioning to U.S. higher education institutions. Findings from three interviews that spanned participants’ first year on campus include the importance of social interactions, challenges with academic adjustments, and navigating the effects of politics. Suggestions for student affairs practice are addressed, including pre-sojourn connections and peer engagement.https://pubs.lib.umn.edu/index.php/jcotr/article/view/2374
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title_short Navigating the First Year: Transition and Adjustment Experiences of International Students of Color at a Predominantly White Institution
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description International student mobility has been a highly discussed topic in higher education in the United States (U.S.). Yet current geo-political issues necessitate a re-examination of how international students, especially those who would be considered students of Color, are transitioning to U.S. higher education institutions. Findings from three interviews that spanned participants’ first year on campus include the importance of social interactions, challenges with academic adjustments, and navigating the effects of politics. Suggestions for student affairs practice are addressed, including pre-sojourn connections and peer engagement.
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