Originally recorded before the Fall '22 college semesters began, Rishven (BU) and Erica (UNC Chapel Hill) sat down to talk about their first year as college students in the United States as part of a collaboration with Erica's YouTube channel: Bouncing Board. Topics include deciding if a school is a good fit, dealing with culture shock, and general advice for international students looking to adapt to a new culture. This episode also includes 15 minutes of extra content that didn't make the video, ranging from our thoughts on work visas, making new friends and how America's more liberal values stack up against Malaysia's conservative ones.

Why a US education and how did you decide if your school was a good fit for you? (3:19)

How did you adapt to American college life as a Malaysian international student? (11:04)

What are the differences between the US and Malaysia? Were there moments where you faced culture shock? (18:56)

Thoughts on the US' portrayal in mainstream media? (31:27)

Would you stay or leave after graduation? (45:28)

One piece of advice you wish you had known before going abroad? (53:52)

Bonus (uncut) content (1:02:43)

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