With the transition from moving to college residence halls to moving back home, many students will return home for the Summer. Your friends or primary supports may be very far away from you now. In addition to learning how to navigate online classes, you may also be (re)learning how to navigate shared spaces, rules, and boundaries at home. With all these changes, you may notice feelings of irritability, frustration, worry, or sadness arise. These are all typical reactions. Remember to be with gentle with yourself (and those around you) during this time. Setting boundaries, establishing a routine, and taking time-outs may be helpful ways to stay grounded and manage this return home. You can read more about these strategies below.

Regardless of where you are at, which year are you, how many credits you have left to graduate, you all are facing this situation of “I’m studying abroad from home”. This situation can create many unique challenges for international students.

Click Here for the Survival Kit for International Students.