| You have been given great advice here. The only things I can think to add are:
At home, read, read, read. Novels, newspapers, whatever. Read novels in English that you have already read in your own language (Harry Potter is good for this). Read non-fiction in subjects that you know well in your own language. If you get Educational TV from the US, watch Nova, Sesame Street, whatever is available.
On campus:
Take advantage of every opportunity that the International Student Office has for you - especially for cultural orientation.
Use the English department writing lab to help you perfect your papers.
Use all of the free tutoring services that your university offers.
If you have a choice, live in a residence hall on campus, rather than in an apartment off campus. That way you will have to interact with people and you will make friends sooner which gives you more informal practice in English.
Have a wonderful time at your university! |