Adjustment problems of African students at public universities in America / Apollos Bitrus Goyol ; edited by Sheila K. Dodson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Goyol, Apollos Bitrus.

Contributor:

James Hosmer Penniman Book Fund.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

African students--United States--Psychology.

African students.

Adjustment (Psychology)--United States.

Adjustment (Psychology).

Student adjustment--United States.

Student adjustment.

African students--United States--Attitudes.

Acculturation--United States--Psychological aspects.

Acculturation.

Psychological aspects.

Psychology.

United States.

Physical Description:

x, 59 pages ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Lanham, [Maryland] : University Press of America, [2006]

Summary:

More international students are enrolled in colleges and universities in the United States than in any other country. As a response to the higher number of international students, an increasing amount of intervention techniques are needed to address the specific needs, unique experiences, and acculturation patterns of these students. This work takes a critical look at the adjustment problems as experienced by African students at public universities in America and provides these students with information to assist in the smooth transition into the American academic community.

Contents:

Rationale for the Book 4

Chapter II Theories of Acculturation and Adjustment 7

Consideration of Adjustment Problems 8

Problems African Students Encounter Overseas (in America) 8

Change of Environment 9

Difficulties with Living Abroad 9

Theories of Acculturation and Adjustment 10

Patterns of Adjustment 10

Phase I Honeymoon 11

Phase II Crisis 11

Phase III Adjustment and Orientation 12

Phase IV Adaptation 12

Repetition of Phases 13

Factors Affecting Adjustment 13

Language 13

Academic Advice 13

Economic Problems 14

Cultural Assimilation 14

Reentry Problems 15

Age 15

Chapter III International Orientation Program 17

Admission to a University 18

Preparing for Arrival 18

Importance of the International Orientation Program 19

University of Wisconsin at Madison 19

Western Michigan University (WMU) 19

Yale University 20

Overall Program Significance 20

Chapter IV How to Survive in America 23

Public Safety (Police Department) 23

Crime Prevention and Training Division 24

Patrol and Investigations Divisions 24

Security and Detective Divisions 24

Housing 25

Dormitories (Residence Halls) 25

Family Housing 25

Fraternity/Sorority Houses (Student Organizations) 25

Apartments 25

Studio (Efficiency) Apartments 26

Single-Family Homes (Houses) 26

Affordable Housing 26

Rental Deposit 26

Lease Agreement 26

Other Housing Issues 27

Acquiring Furniture 27

Transportation 27

Subways 28

City-Operated Buses 28

Shuttle Buses 28

Taxis 28

Purchasing a Car 28

Other Car-Related Issues and Insurance 28

Acquiring a Driver's License 29

Shopping 29

Types of Stores 29

Discount and Department Stores 29

Drug Stores (Pharmacy) 29

Grocery Stores 30

Convenience Stores 30

Local or Neighborhood Grocery Stores 30

Garage, Yard, or Moving Sales 30

Second-Hand Stores 30

International Foods 30

Shopping Malls 31

Modes of Payment 31

Cash versus Credit or Debit Cards 31

Major, Retail, and Gasoline Credit Cards 31

Credit Card Applications 31

Annual Fees 31

Sales Taxes 32

Typical American Classroom Situation 32

Classroom Etiquette, Grades, and Studying 32

Acceptable Behavior 33

Types and Consequences of Cheating 33

Giving Gifts 33

Employment 33

Seeking Jobs 33

Application Process 33

Social Security Taxes and Cards 34

State, Federal, and Income Taxes 34

Religion and Socialization 35

Right to Worship 35

Making Friends 35

Inappropriate Situations 35

Dress Code 36

Timeliness 36

Informal Dinners 36

Health Care and Insurance 36

Selecting a Health Plan 37

Seeking Medical Care 37

Discussion of Findings 40

Policy 42

Research 43.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [45]-53) and index.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the James Hosmer Penniman Book Fund.

ISBN:

0761829830

9780761829836

OCLC:

71844708