By Erica Wong |Staff Writer| College is frequently referred to as “the best years of your life,” but the initial adjustment may be a bit rocky. The combined pressure of getting adjusted to an unfamiliar environment, maintaining grades, and meeting new people can really be overwhelming, especially when you’re far from family and friends. When you’re studying abroad homesickness is something everyone will experience at some point. There are some methods to coping with the transition. The most important thing is maintaining a positive attitude and being patient. Keep cultural differences in mind, the people around you may do things in ways you’re not used to. Instead of … [Read more...] about Combatting Homesickness