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The process for these stuInternational Students fight to stand out in the academic world by seeking secondary education within the U.S. These students face more obstacles than an average U.S. student by having to apply for a visa and adjust to a new culture. dents starts with qualifying for a visa, being accepted to an students is to never be afraid afraid to try new things and American institution, adjusting getting her education in the footsteps and attend DSU was to take chances and say yes meet new people. U.S. will open doors for more an easy one. Although Silva, to a new culture and language to any opportunity to engage "International students like many other international and receiving education. To opportunity in the workforce. with the community and be in their own international Lo said incoming reach their goals is not an easy normally stay students, said money has been involved with the events on students should be prepared for comfort zone and never get to the biggest obstacle in pursuprocess for international stuknow people," Silva said. "If cultural differences and misuncampus. dents, but they are determined. ing her education, she plans These three students, along in successful to be are want to obtain a medical degree, as you derstandings because they Wmg Ym Jane Lo, a senior with other ambitious inter- school it's not just about getshe believes helping people everywhere. psychology major from Hong national students, have gone "So just stay open minded... is the most important thing in ting good grades, you know, Kong and international student ofwith it's about don't be too and the in United her life. through a long process to get to nice, being engaged leader, has been get the where they are today. Students the school and with States for almost four years, Sheena Lee Luy, a freshman fended," Lo said. people like these will continue to around you." Silva's father, who was including a long adjustment biology major from the Philipthat Peruthe obtain culture. the educated like to the As to prioritize their studies for years being Luy agreed through period pines, would is for to come while assisting future vian army, has always valued a doctorate in psychiatry or engaged important only child of two LDS parents, international students. Luy also international students to feel at education. Silva said if her who strongly value religion, dentistry. Luy said her biggest said she feels privileged to be home in a new world by sellfather could learn forever, struggle as an international attending Brigham Young because it's one exwould. of he father to Her an has student was been ing as International Student studying always adjusting always University the in Services office managers and most wanted the best for her and a foreign culture. The food, important things pectation for Lo, although she her life. her sisters and always urged the way of life and overall bedecided on DSU because of assisting international studentl "I see education as a them to study hard and dream the price and location and will havior in Utah was an unusual through their process of being said. successful at DSU. "It's is Education for continue on to the University for her, but her host big. your weapon," Luy power experience "We want to make them feel shield...it's your knowledge, of Utah. Silva, and she believes it is the family helps Luy feel more at like this is their home," Silva it's in your brain, it's your For another student leader, home by being accepting and key for women to combat the said. "We understand them and in no and take can one faced Nicole Aguirre Silva, a American her diploma, oppression they've navigate helping that away from you." culture. we have been through that and sophomore biology major places like Peru. Silva would like to tell future international from Lima, Peru, the deciwe know they are going to gel For Lo, education means Luy's most important piece sion to follow her two sisters' of advice for international students they shouldn't be overall success. Lo believes through it." , ,,, ()F-- Sure, : Mc Dor , -, , Wher time to . ter timc ' ,r, r ..., - .. il , 15 international under- ,. ) ...... , graduates each year, and 70 percent of them continue pursuing higher education. Allison - - , , , , ,,,,, - -- --. 1 : ) . r'''' do you Whet - 1 1 ....., you've 1 , t joints c mom a where ( , fL 1 1 , U9 C. .... , ( order, t ! - ...., the , , mo 4 ';' - - . shake ) i 1 spot 1 ,,,,,L , ( - JAN. 24 Sow you mc maybe Univer know t greasy' Well, day, Involvement with cintosh personal computer. DSU If yol local, a recomt Open s lunch t set Cot N. 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Polar bears could eat as many as 86 penguins in a single sitting 8. A lion's roar can be heard I David Wilcox water. and fly away with it. 7. Heart attacks are more likely to happen on a Monday. S BY "It's events enriches student life as a if it Nimo N. Bel-A- ir for Walt Disney Interna- (if they lived in the same place). 6. An eagle can kill a young deer I't thing," Nimoy, convinc 1984 - Apple Computer Inc. unveils its revolutionary Ma- 2006 th local p the t c, It's three weeks into the semester and there have already been popular events on campus, with more ahead as the semester continues. A few of the biggest events coming are the Celebrity Concert Series, which kicks off on Janu 1 ary 30, with the Golden Dragon Acrobats and Dixie Fest in the Spring. "In the past we've had Dixie Fest, and we've had big names come like Macklemore," said Scott Mathie, director of student involvement and leadership. "This year's Dixie Fest is going to be similar. We haven't announced who it's going to be yet, but we are super excited for Dixie Fest this Spring." The festival is the one big concert event Dixie State University Student Association hosts every year in the Spring. Mathie said they are announcing who is performing at Dixie Fest on Feb. 21 at Casino Night an event where students can dress up and have fun playing for chips, which can be turned in for raffle tickets to win prizes. Events like Casino Night and the more recent Intergalactic Dance are very popular among students and attendance has not been an issue because of the hard work DSUSA puts into marketing each event, Mathie said. Mathie said new ideas from the school community are welcome and students can drop by DSUSA, or send a direct message via Twitter or Instagram with their suggestions and they will see if it is possible to make them happen. There may even be a chance of making open mic night a reality. Students are able to find out about concerts and events through Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, the DSU website and the flyers around campus. Even with all of the advertising, there are students who are unable to attend. Carolynn Ortlund, a freshman criminal justice major from Phoenix, AZ said, "I don't really know very much about events on campus because I have to work nights, and that's usually when they are." Despite the amount of marketing for events, Ortlund said, "There's not enough...publicity about the events. Usually I tell people about things and dm Leonan they're like, 'Ohl I didnil "Eve," know,that was happenaffecdn ing." Ortlund said she and other students are more likely to attend events when it is something they are into, or consider worth going to when is there food for example or the music is "hip." Alexis Stockman, a freshman criminal justice major from Heber City, said she was scared when she first arrived at DSU She said being able to go to events and meet new people helped her get serious about staying at school. "Getting out in these events and socializing with other people, you build yourself up," Stockman said. "Finding people that are going on different paths, it's like directec edly, a1 debut a Festiva Nimo getting Where t of the 6 year ou ted are laughs in moo she's as And s about ti of the v came tc long go J.Ab1 dirmer gave he Rrohna Kunce Just a tions, the wa3 motivation or inspiration oi story what to continue in doing tional j, you are doing." Old wic Events such as dances, long-smovie nights, concerts navino and being part of the Ting cart community helps students' d esiret build the bridges that affect their lives after graduation. t! |
