Abstract
This study provides a picture of the interactional experiences between domestic and international undergraduate students outside the classroom on a US campus. Based on 9 focus group sessions, 8 distinctive themes emerged as a result. The study revealed some similarities but many differences between domestic and international students, illuminating the lack of and barriers to intercultural learning. The findings highlight the challenges and opportunities currently faced on US campuses, thereby making a timely contribution to efforts at developing students’ readiness to be successful in a global and multicultural environment.
Publication Date
11-1-2014
Original Citation
Lehto, X.Y., Cai, L.A., Fu, X., & Chen, Y. (2014). Intercultural interactions outside the classroom: Narratives on a U.S. campus. Journal of College Student Development, 55(8), 837-853.
DOI
10.1353/csd.2014.0083
Number of Pages
837-853
Document Type
Paper
Language
English
Source Title
Journal of College Student Development
Volume
55
Issue
8
Copyright Status
Publisher retained
Publication Version
Publisher's version
Copyright Date
2014
College
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Location
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
STARS Citation
Lehto, Xinran; Cai, Liping A.; Fu, Xiaoxiao; and Chen, Yi, "Intercultural Interactions Outside the Classroom: Narratives on a U.S. Campus" (2014). Rosen Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works. 218.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/rosenscholar/218