<p>I’m an American, so can’t give you lots of information, but I’ll try. There are several international student groups; here is a list which has them: [Clubs</a> - Oberlin College](<a href=“http://new.oberlin.edu/student-life/student-organizations/clubs.dot]Clubs”>http://new.oberlin.edu/student-life/student-organizations/clubs.dot). I’m not sure how active they all are, but I do hear of different events international groups sponsor throughout the year, like different dinners or lectures. We also have program houses, including Third World House and Asia House, which have strong communities with both American and international students; however you can also choose to just live in regular housing. I’m not sure where you’re from, so there might not be a group that covers your background, but I think in general international students are supportive of each other. Since I know there can be issues with culture shock and adjustment, I wish I knew campus resources to suggest, but I think things like that might be covered during international student orientation. Generally I’ve noticed that international students either tend to integrate themselves or mainly hang out with other international students. I think in particular, this might be a division between college international students and conservatory international students, whose English ability does not have to be quite as good I think. I personally was in the college and knew several international students. Unfortunately I don’t think that there’s a lot of official American student to international student assistance in terms of getting settled, but I think everyone is understanding and there are no barriers for you to get involved in any activities at Oberlin. Oberlin students are generally friendly too, so I think you will be able to find a place!</p>