New academic terms and winter weather both pick back up in January. As you get ready for your new classes, you should also prepare for the winter weather you could see. Natural disasters and severe weather events, like a blizzard, happen across the United States, and as an F or M student, it is…
While your student may be far away studying in the United States, as a parent you can still give valuable guidance. The most important thing you can share about studying away from home is that F and M students in the United States must follow certain rules and regulations to maintain nonimmigrant…
Every third Monday in January, the United States celebrates the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) through MLK Day. MLK Day is a federal holiday observed as a national day of public service. The purpose of a national day of service is to give back to your community. Many students choose…
The popularity of massive open online courses (MOOCs) is on the rise for students around the world. The U.S. Department of State recently announced a new MOOC Camp initiative and a partnership with Coursera, a MOOC provider. Many colleges and universities in the United States offer MOOCs as course…