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to Lehigh and the USA

to Lehigh and the USA. International Orientation Fall 2012. Andrew – Malaysia Wintana - ethiopia Asmita – india Yash – india / usa Hui – china Kai – china Yuan – china Joyita – india Aydin – turkey Thomas – canada / usa Aftan – usa Jeanne – china/ usa

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to Lehigh and the USA

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  1. to Lehigh and the USA International Orientation Fall 2012 Andrew – Malaysia Wintana - ethiopia Asmita – india Yash – india/usa Hui – china Kai – china Yuan – china Joyita– india Aydin – turkey Thomas – canada/usa Aftan – usa Jeanne – china/usa Aleks – montenegro

  2. Your friend invites you to a party at 7:00pm in your home country. What time would you actually arrive? • Exactly on time at 7:00pm • 10 minutes early • 10-20 minutes late • Sometime between an hour early and an hour late

  3. Concept of Time America has a very fast paced lifestyle.

  4. Tip 1 : It’s all about TIME. • Punctuality • Being on time is always respected. • If you are going to be late, inform first. • Time Management • College is fun, but don’t get too carried away. • Spend your time wisely. (Planner, Reminder, Notes and etc. ) • Personal Responsibility • Everything is graded. Take everything seriously. • Aware of what’s professors mention in class.

  5. You meet someone you want to be friends with, what do you do? • Invite them for a meal at your house this weekend • Tell them directly you want to be friends • Ask them for coffee sometime • Ask them for his or her phone number

  6. Tip 2 : Friendliness ≠ Friendship • Americans are typically very friendly – • However, this friendliness does not necessarily have to become deep personal friendships • “Let’s get coffee sometime” or “let’s do lunch” What do you think?

  7. Tip 3 : Communication is king • Eye Contact • Body Language • Questions • In a classroom – asking question is often encouraged; it’s a sign of interest in the subject. • What you generally SHOULD NOT directly ask an American? • Money – it is very impolite to ask how much one earns • Religion – a personal choice -- some feel this is private • Political Affiliation – some Americans can be defensive if you talk politics

  8. Tip 3 : Communication is king • Direct: one meaning, used to convey information quickly • Report and academic writing. • Some situations with pressure of time or need: • Professor on the way to a meeting • Someone is making you feel uncomfortable • Indirect: an alternative meaning • Are you busy?(favor, question, or advice) • I am not a fan of cheesecake (I don’t like cheesecake) • Do you have an extra pen?(I need a pen) • How are you doing? (Hi) • No standard: contextual, personality, regional and relationship differences

  9. Tip 3 : Communication is king Addressing someone - If you are unsure of what to call someone, it's best to use a formal address or simply ask, What should I call you? Small talk - Informal type of communication Americans can talk too fast– Don’t feel shy to ask them to repeat or Pardon or Could you please slow down?

  10. Tip 4 : Don’t get the HUMOR. It’s okay. Americans love to have a great sense of humor They sometimes use humor to make their point Humor relies on shared experiences and culture Sarcasm Misunderstanding -- If you don’t understand someone’s humor and are not sure what he/she is trying to say, don’t be afraid to ask ☺

  11. Tip 5 : Understanding Personal Space • Personal Space • No means No • Refusal • It’s okay to say NO. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGVSIkEi3mM

  12. Tip 6 : Get involved on campus activities • Volunteers opportunities: Pay attention to International Office Email Notification • Activities : • Becky’s Drive In Movie Theater • Jersey Shore • Moravian Museum • Martin Guitar Factory • NYC Trip/Shopping Trip • International Bazaar • Make your college life fun. • RSVP – Please respond to the email (ASAP)

  13. Tip 7 : Difficult Roommates • Difficult Roommates issue • Examples How to deal with them? • Be straightforward to your roommates. • Be polite (Please rule) but be firm (Your purpose). • Know your options – to move or not to move • Have a peaceful relationship

  14. Tips 7 : Ask Officers at OISS if you need help They are your best friends in here. Greet them politely Say thank you

  15. You go out for dinner, how much % tip is normal for you leave? • 0% • 5-10% • 10-20% • 50%

  16. Tip 8 : Food & Money in US • Ordering at Restaurant : DO NOT GIVE ORDERS • Being polite is nice, use indirect speech (E.g.: “Can I have…?” Instead of “Get me….”) • Tipping • (15-18%) Sit Down Restaurants or Delivery • Tables of 6 or more: tips is automatic -- don’t tip in fast food or buffet places • Money matters • Bethlehem Passport

  17. What is this called? • Soda • Pop • Soft Drink • Coke

  18. What is this called? • Sub • Sandwich • Hoagie • Hero

  19. Where to eat off campus? Check inside your Passport to Bethlehem: -Go to the restaurant/business -Get a discount -Collect Stickers inside the passport -Receive a mystery prize for 8 stickers -First 3 to finish, receive a gift certificate -Show your passport to ISS when you finish

  20. Tip 8 : Food & Money in US • Money • Quarter = 25 cents • Nickel = 5 cents • Dime = 10 cents • Penny = 1 cent

  21. Tip 9 : Diversity of the country REGION , CHACTERISTICS, ACCENTS East: hurry, rush, more businesslike compared to other places; South: slower pace, tradition, hospitality Midwesterners: practical, and a bit more traditional, warm and open Westerners: very independent and individualistic; West Coast: relaxed and informal NOTE: These are broad description and will not apply to every person from a particular region

  22. Tip 10 : Travelling Transportation Safety Keep your ID with you all the time

  23. Cities close to Bethlehem New York City Philadelphia Megabus Transbridgelines Bieber Bieber Washington DC BETHLEHEM NYC

  24. Airports close by: Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) 20 mins from Lehigh – better to take a cab or drive there Newark 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic –Transbridgelines has regular buses JFK 3 to 5 hours, depending on traffic – Transbridgelines has 2 buses/day LaGuardia Bethlehem to PABT through Transbridgelines, you can get shuttles to airport from there

  25. Fall 2012 Events Preview Ice Cream Social, 21 August, Saucon Village, 6:30pm-7:30pm Speed Friending, 23 August, Lamberton, 7pm-9pm GSS BBQ, 24 August, Packer House, 6pm-9pm Club Fair, 27 August, UC Lawn, 4pm – 6pm Global Union Open House, 29 August, Coxe Hall, 4pm-6pm Resume Workshop, 30 August, 4:10pm-5:00pm “I Know Who You Are, I Saw What You Did” a presentation on Internet Privacy and Facebook Nation by Lori Andrews, 30 August, Sinclair Auditorium, 7:00pm Tuesdays @ 10, Packer House Breakfast (Muffins, Coffer, and Good Conversation) Women’s Exchange, Select Thursdays, Packer House, 12pm-1pm Farmer’s Market, Thursdays , campus Square, 11:00am-3:00pm Lehigh Club of Northern New Jersey ay of Volunteering, 3 November, Alumni Association, 8:00am-4:00pm ISS -- http://www.lehigh.edu/oiss/events.html Graduate Student Senate -- http://www.lehigh.edu/gss Study Abroad -- http://www.lehigh.edu/~incis/

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