This article systematically reviews the literature (313 articles) on language and
communication in international students' cross-cultural adaptation in institutions of higher …

Currently, international mobility is common. Living abroad requires adaptation to the new
culture, and adaptation outcomes are influenced by various socio-cultural factors. The …

This research explores the experiences of international students at a research university in
the US Southwest. Based on interviews of a sample of 24 students from 15 countries, we …

This qualitative study explored East and South Asian international students'(N= 12)
experiences with racial microaggressions at one Canadian university. Data were collected …

Chinese international students studying abroad in the United States undertake a life
changing venture; one that produces numerous benefits for both the Chinese students and …

'I applaud the authors for this sizeable undertaking, as well as the care exercised in
selecting and sequencing topics and subtopics. A major strength and salient feature of this …

A growing body of literature is exploring the link between social support and international
students' psychological adjustment. So far, however, there has been no systematic …

Every year, a growing number of students leave their home environments and relocate to
study at universities abroad. Relocation, however, can be a challenging and stressful …

This article evaluates the degree to which international students are satisfied with different
dimensions of their university experience, namely, their arrival, living, learning, and support …

The authors synthesize existing climate research and climate instruments, as well as
introduce several frameworks to help educators understand how institutions and …