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My First 30 Days Abroad

The Cultural Fluency · Student abroad

Before arrival

☐ Save the address and directions for your first stop.

☐ Check the documents and practical requirements for your move with official sources.

☐ Make a plan for how you will contact someone when you arrive.

☐ Write down one person or group you can reach out to.

☐ Learn a greeting or useful phrase for your new surroundings.

☐ Choose one familiar item or ritual that brings you comfort.

☐ Save your school’s arrival and orientation information.

First week

☐ Find a grocery shop and a way to get around your neighborhood.

☐ Save local emergency and support contacts from trusted sources.

☐ Figure out your phone, internet, or other ways to stay connected.

☐ Introduce yourself to someone in a low-pressure setting.

☐ Notice a local routine with curiosity. What would you like to learn about it?

☐ Make time for rest and one comforting activity.

☐ Explore a student club, orientation activity, or campus gathering.

First month

☐ Create a simple routine for food, transportation, and important errands.

☐ Try a class, community gathering, or interest group.

☐ Reach out to someone you would like to know better.

☐ Explore a neighborhood, event, or local tradition that interests you.

☐ Reflect on one thing that surprised you and a question you still have.

☐ Check in with yourself: what is working, and what support would help?

☐ Celebrate something you have learned or done, however small.

My notes

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