Inviting them to your church or home Bible study as you get to know each other would be helpful. Familiarize the student with American social customs and manners. Help in the acquisition of practical idiomatic English as spoken in the United States. Provide information into aspects of community living which interests the student most, such as government, business, education, the arts and recreation. You could introduce them to Americans working in their field of study.
Holidays are a lonesome time for students.
College residence halls are sometimes closed and the food service often closed or limited during some holidays and between semesters. Help the student plan for these periods. Either provide or help the student locate a place to stay, or help arrange travel tours during these periods. The basic guideline is to do the things your family normally does, and invite your student to do them with you. Top of page Hospitality Hints You may wonder what to do when international students come to your home.