Homestay Experience.
Here are some general rules, tips, and expectations to help you become accustomed to your new home!
Every housing placement is different with different pros and cons. Your accommodations will be different than what you’ve come to expect in your home country. In general, be prepared for a relatively small living space in an older building with very basic amenities. Now is the time to open your mind and get ready to experience something different; this attitude is in the spirit of your decision to study abroad. Please also remember, that when you are abroad, you will be representing your home institution and your home country; behave appropriately.
Helpful Tips:
- In order to avoid disturbing the neighbors or housemates, please use headphones when listening to music, or keep the volume low, and please keep your voices down.
- Keep your room and the common areas clean; this is especially important if you are sharing a bedroom.
- Heating and air conditioning should be used sparingly. NEVER leave heating or air conditioning units while you are not home. If you must have them on when you are sleeping, keep them low.
- Always turn off the lights when you leave the apartment and when you are not in the room.
- No guests may be brought back to the home as an overnight guest.
- Bring a gift from your home, to show them where you are from! Something unique that comes only from your hometown!