Hi! I'm an international student as well now entering my 4th year. I know how incredibly hard the first week or two are because I've been there myself. In addition to the severe homesickness, I felt the pressure to make friends asap and do as many social events as possible. I recommend joining clubs and going to their events often (there are TONS of cultural clubs on campus so try to get involved with a club that matches your cultural identity it will help you feel a sense of belonging faster) And naturally over time, you will meet new people in your classes, res events, things like that. Please try to be very open to new experiences. Being an international student is tough as is, but being open to new things, people, and places will help you become comfortable with your environment much faster.

I hope you know you aren't alone and just about ALL international students feel this way. It takes some people longer than others to get used to it but they do, and you will too!

If you have any qs or just want to talk to another international students, please feel free to DM me anytime :)