A Month of Introductions: Getting to Know the U.S. | Voice of America - English
This has been a month of introductions, as we got to know our bloggers and many of our bloggers, arriving in the U.S.
--> Before you even arrive, you have to get through the visa process. Nareg talked about at the American embassy in Armenia, with some useful information for other visa hopefuls. --> For Senzeni, leaving home for the first time was a difficult experience in itself. She described - and her tearful goodbyes at the airport. --> Alex, arriving from Uganda, was pretty excited to be at American University in Washington, D.C. He announced his presence by saying, --> Meanwhile, Zhamal ? flying in to Los Angeles, registering for classes, and meeting her classmates. --> Sebastian showed us pictures of his home city of Santa Cruz and new home in Lawrence, Kansas. On the surface they look similar, but . --> Rudro, who?s been here for a number of years now, , many of which he?s gotten so used to that he barely notices them anymore. Like crossing the street. --> Tara has also been affected by small differences. In her native China, pale skin is considered beautiful, but in California . --> For Roua, coming to the U.S. was not only a lesson in American culture, but also a chance to experience many other cultures as well. She said , thanks to a new Russian friend.