Adjustment Problems of African Students at Public Universities in America

, by Goyol, Apollos Bitrus; Dodson, Shiela K.

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ISBN: 9780761829836 | 0761829830
Cover: Paperback
Copyright: 8/30/2006

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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.

Figures	p. vii
Preface	p. ix
Acknowledgements	p. xi
Introduction	p. 1
Rationale for the Book	p. 4
Definition of Terms	p. 4
Theories of Acculturation and Adjustment	p. 7
Introduction	p. 7
Consideration of Adjustment Problems	p. 8
Problems African Students Encounter Overseas (in America)	p. 8
Change of Environment	p. 9
Difficulties with Living Abroad	p. 9
Theories of Acculturation and Adjustment	p. 10
Patterns of Adjustment	p. 10
Honeymoon	p. 11
Crisis	p. 11
Adjustment and Orientation	p. 12
Adaptation	p. 12
Repetition of Phases	p. 13
Factors Affecting Adjustment	p. 13
Language	p. 13
Academic Advice	p. 13
Economic Problems	p. 14
Cultural Assimilation	p. 14
Reentry Problems	p. 15
Age	p. 15
Summary	p. 16
International Orientation Program	p. 17
Introduction	p. 17
Admission to a University	p. 18
Preparing for Arrival	p. 18
Importance of the International Orientation Program	p. 19
University of Wisconsin at Madison	p. 19
Western Michigan University (WMU)	p. 19
Yale University	p. 20
Overall Program Significance	p. 20
Summary	p. 21
How to Survive in America	p. 23
Introduction	p. 23
Public Safety (Police Department)	p. 23
Crime Prevention and Training Division	p. 24
Patrol and Investigations Divisions	p. 24
Security and Detective Divisions	p. 24
Housing	p. 25
Dormitories (Residence Halls)	p. 25
Family Housing	p. 25
Fraternity/Sorority Houses (Student Organizations)	p. 25
Apartments	p. 25
Studio (Efficiency) Apartments	p. 26
Single-Family Homes (Houses)	p. 26
Affordable Housing	p. 26
Rental Deposit	p. 26
Lease Agreement	p. 26
Other Housing Issues	p. 27
Acquiring Furniture	p. 27
Transportation	p. 27
Subways	p. 28
City-Operated Buses	p. 28
Shuttle Buses	p. 28
Taxis	p. 28
Purchasing a Car	p. 28
Other Car-Related Issues and Insurance	p. 28
Acquiring a Driver's License	p. 29
Shopping	p. 29
Types of Stores	p. 29
Discount and Department Stores	p. 29
Drug Stores (Pharmacy)	p. 29
Grocery Stores	p. 30
Convenience Stores	p. 30
Local or Neighborhood Grocery Stores	p. 30
Garage, Yard, or Moving Sales	p. 30
Second-Hand Stores	p. 30
International Foods	p. 30
Shopping Malls	p. 31
Modes of Payment	p. 31
Cash versus Credit or Debit Cards	p. 31
Major, Retail, and Gasoline Credit Cards	p. 31
Credit Card Applications	p. 31
Annual Fees	p. 31
Sales Taxes	p. 32
Typical American Classroom Situation	p. 32
Classroom Etiquette, Grades, and Studying	p. 32
Acceptable Behavior	p. 33
Types and Consequences of Cheating	p. 33
Giving Gifts	p. 33
Employment	p. 33
Seeking Jobs	p. 33
Application Process	p. 33
Social Security Taxes and Cards	p. 34
State, Federal, and Income Taxes	p. 34
Religion and Socialization	p. 35
Right to Worship	p. 35
Making Friends	p. 35
Inappropriate Situations	p. 35
Dress Code	p. 36
Timeliness	p. 36
Informal Dinners	p. 36
Health Care and Insurance	p. 36
Selecting a Health Plan	p. 37
Seeking Medical Care	p. 37
Summary	p. 37
Summary, Conclusions, and Recommendations	p. 39
Summary	p. 39
Discussion of Findings	p. 40
Conclusion and Recommendations	p. 41
Policy	p. 42
Research	p. 43
Bibliography	p. 45
Author Biographical Sketch	p. 55
Editor Biographical Sketch	p. 56
Index	p. 57
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