You had the opportunity to study abroad for a month during the summer term. This was your first time overseas. This was your first time traveling without anyone you had previously known. You enjoyed this experience so much, you would consider studying abroad during the regular semester. Now that you've returned to the US:
Ć¢ĀĀ¢ Consider Re-entry Challenges: Returning home involves a number of psychological, social and cultural aspects that can prove difficult-often because they are unanticipated. Identify any one challenge and reflect on how you can overcome that.
Ć¢ĀĀ¢ Reflect on How You Have Changed: Reflect on how you have may changed and how those around you may have changed perceptions about you given your study abroad experience.
Ć¢ĀĀ¢ Develop Strategy to Overcome Re-entry Challenges: What strategy are you using to cope with your intercultural transition?
Ć¢ĀĀ¢ Think About How Re-Entry Has Affected You: What were your expectations about study abroad before you left, and how those expectations have been met/not met?
In at least 250 words, answer the listed bullet points.