Problems Probably Confronting a freshman
Possible Problems:
1. Psychological problems such as loneliness , homesickness and inadaptability.
2. Language problems such as inability to understand the local dialect.
3. Local foods disagreeable to one’s taste.
4. Can not adapt to the climate very well.
Suggested Solutions:
1. A college orientation session should be held to familiarize the freshmen with the exciting school life.
2. Some special advisory and consultative committees should be established to meet the psychological needs of the new students.
3. Seniors students should be called on to offer help to their new younger schoolfellows.
4. Different kinds of foods and accommodation should be available to students from different places and backgrounds.
5. Some campus activities involving new and old students’ participation should be organized to familiarize the new with the campus life, such as a welcome party to be held by the school authorities.
6. Fresh should try to be independent and self-reliant.
7. Keep regular emotional contacts with one’s family members and former classmates.
8. Active participation in the campus life is essential to removing loneliness and disorientation.