Student Voices

Want to know what it’s truly like to be an international student at your dream school? Read about the current experiences of real international students studying in the USA right now. Learn from them what it’s like to be in U.S. classrooms, make friends, get a job, and more.

How I Turned Challenges Into Growth as an International Student at...

What happens when your dream path suddenly changes? Victoria Garrido’s journey from Spain to Mississippi Christian University (MC) is a powerful story of resilience, growth, and reinvention. Drawn by the opportunity to balance academics and competiti...

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July 14th, 2026

My Cultural Adjustment Journey: We can do it!

Moving to a new country isn't just about learning a new language—it's about rediscovering yourself. In this heartfelt blog, Amairani, an international student from Monterrey, Mexico, shares the emotional highs and lows of adjusting to life in the Uni...

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Jul 13, 2026

A New Country, A New Beginning

What would you risk to start over in a completely new country? For Amairani, leaving behind her career, home, and familiar life in Mexico marked the beginning of an unforgettable journey in the U.S. From navigating visa challenges to discovering new...

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Jun 24, 2026

From Self-Doubt to Success: How Juanita Found Confidence and Opportunity...

What would you do if you had to start college in a new country—and in a language that isn’t your first? Juanita, an international student from Colombia, faced that challenge head-on when she enrolled at the College of Central Florida. What began as a...

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June 18th, 2026

When Family Visits While You're Studying Abroad: The Chaos, Comfort, and...

What happens when your family visits while you're balancing college life in the U.S.? From endless shopping trips to emotional airport goodbyes, this heartfelt story captures the realities of managing academics, family time, and cultural differences...

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Jun 16, 2026

From Peru to Disney Magic: How One International Student Found Joy,...

What started as a childhood dream became a life-changing reality for Danna Iguchi, an international student from Peru studying in Reno, Nevada. From her very first trip to Disney to unforgettable rollercoaster rides and magical moments with friends a...

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Jun 16, 2026

From a Random Click on a Map to a Two-Time Peace Scholar: A Journey of...

What would you do if one random click changed your life forever? In this inspiring story, Zennure Arga shares how she left behind a stable career in Türkiye, sold her only car, and flew alone to the United States with little money but unwavering hope...

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May 8th, 2026

Interview with Ryusei Sakoda, SRJC Student-Athlete

What does it take to leave home and pursue a dream across the world? For Ryusei Sakoda, it’s discipline, passion, and a deep-rooted love for American football. Inspired by his family’s legacy in Japan, Ryusei took a bold leap to study and compete in...

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Apr 29, 2026

Imagine Yourself at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC)!

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) recently celebrated International Education Week, showcasing the diverse cultures and talents of its international students. The week featured exciting performances, a keynote speech by Danell Wilson-Perlman f...

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Apr 6, 2026

Ranking American Snacks as a Peruvian (Fails Included)

In this lighthearted blog, Danna, a Peruvian international student, shares her honest and humorous take on American snacks. Expecting familiar treats, she instead encounters a wide variety of bold flavors—extra sweet, sour, cheesy, and spicy. From st...

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April 6th, 2026

From New Student to Campus Leader: My Sinclair College Journey

Joao Mazega, an international student from Brazil, shares his journey to studying Integrated Systems at Sinclair Community College in Dayton, Ohio. After an unplanned move to the U.S., he navigated challenges like taking the ACT and finding the right...

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Apr 1, 2026

Homesickness as an International Student: Missing Home While Studying in...

Homesickness is one of the most real and rarely talked about parts of studying abroad. Danna Iguchi, an international student from Peru studying at Truckee Meadows Community College, shares her honest experience of missing home while adjusting to li...

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Mar 17, 2026

Why Everything in the U.S. Is an Acronym: A Guide for International...

Ever feel like everyone in the U.S. is speaking in code? Danna Iguchi, an international student from Peru studying at Truckee Meadows Community College, shares her humorous and relatable experience adjusting to American “acronym culture.” From texti...

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March 4th, 2026

Starting Over at 16: My Journey as an International Student at SRJC

At just 16 years old, Pancy Ti left Myanmar to begin a new life at community college in California. Santa Rosa Junior College became the foundation for her growth, confidence, and academic ambition. From navigating a new education system to finding...

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Feb 25, 2026

From Community College to Silicon Valley: My Journey into Tech

From a community college classroom to a tech career in Silicon Valley, Inyoung Cho’s journey proves what’s possible. Olympic College laid the foundation for Inyoung’s transformation from an unsure international student from Korea to a Computer Scien...

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Feb 18, 2026

My Journey to the USA: Studies, Challenges, and Life Beyond the Classroom

Azamat shares his journey to the United States as a non-traditional international student, beginning his studies at age 39 after an established professional career. Starting with the Intensive English Language Program (IELP), he reflects on building...

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January 30th, 2026

My Path to Filmmaking at Foothill College

Rimsha Abid is a second-year Film and Television student at Foothill College, where she found the academic foundation and support to pursue her passion for filmmaking. Chosen for its strong transfer rates and encouraging faculty, Foothill helped her...

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Jan 14, 2026

From Hyderabad to CSUDH to AI Engineering: How My Master’s Journey...

From Hyderabad to California, Pranay reflects on how earning a Master’s degree at CSUDH shaped his confidence, leadership, and career path. Through mentorship, campus involvement, and hands on research, he shares how his journey led from a quiet comp...

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Jan 6, 2026

Balancing School, Work, and Life as an International Student Introduction:...

Filipino student Dhane Miguelle Varela shares how he learnt to balance school, work, and life while studying in Reno. From building a daily routine that supports his pre nursing studies to finding time for food, fitness, and friends, he reflects on t...

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December 10th, 2025

Making Friends in the United States

TMCC international student Danna Iguchi, originally from Peru, shares how she built friendships in the United States through classes, campus events, and everyday conversations. From forming cross-cultural bonds to learning American slang and navigati...

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Dec 4, 2025

Adjusting to American Classroom Culture as an International Student

Filipino student Dhane Miguelle Varela shares his journey adjusting to American classroom culture at Truckee Meadows Community College. From major differences between the Philippines and U.S. education systems to finding his voice in a more interacti...

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Dec 4, 2025

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