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Challenges faced by students Do we really live in a global village? Do we do enough to make our fellow human beings and those around us feel part of the collective community? Globalization has caused the people of the world to be much closer to each other, this has been influenced by various advancements made by man over time, some of the most significant enablers of globalization are transportation and economic systems which have become very integrated, moving from one part of the world to another takes only a few hours, this is how various ideal situations such as international study have been facilitated, students come from distant countries to pursue their higher education in countries such as l 'America, which has been a favorite educational destination during this time students who venture into these new countries will gain a lot from this cross-cultural interaction and tend to become more mature because they make their own decisions. However, as with any new environment, some difficulties are inevitable, the institutions in charge of these foreign students and their family members may not provide sufficient assistance for the settlement of these international students. Complications that may arise include experiencing language barriers, cultural abandonment, emotional well-being, and many other socio-cultural issues that may arise. Administration and policy makers in higher education institutions should be accountable for foreign student naturalization efforts. here language, cultural adaptation and their emotional state to reduce the impact of this problem. Often, most foreigners when they arrive in a foreign country to study feel overwhelmed by what they encounter there, communication is great... in the middle of document ......various bodies should be formulated to ensure that none student is left behind. Proactive programs to manage language barriers promoting cultural appreciation and recognition and even developing preventative rather than curative measures counseling and improving other crucial areas of student well-being are the only ways that will ensure America remains the most sought after educational destination for many more years to come. Works Cited Sherry, Mark, Peter Thomas, and Chui Wing Hong. “International Students: A Vulnerable Student Population.” Higher Education 60.1 (2010): 33-46. Premier of academic research. Network. November 13, 2013. Pp.2, 5 and 8McLachlan, Debra A. and Jessica Justice. “A Grounded Theory of International Student Well-Being.” Journal Of Theory Construction & Testing 13.1 (2009): 27-32. Premier of academic research. Network. 13 November 2013.Pp. 1, 3, & 4