As mentioned before, being an international student comes with a cost and an advantage and some of the main advantages are incredible dinner receptions hosted by Trinity staff.  A taste of this was given out during International student orientation where Dr. Brazil, the then president of Trinity University invited all International students to his house for dinner. The dress code was business casual or ethnic traditional.  The dress code provided all international with an opportunity to show off their ethnic clothing and in result the international student’s horizons were broadened and they were able to see traditional clothing from all over the world. It showed us the hidden beauty of nations, it was an unforgettable sight!

Dr. Brazil’s reception gave international students the opportunity to not only see other ethnic clothing but to also taste international cuisine. There was food from different countries and it turned out to be an enlightening experience because it provided international students with the privilege of experiencing different things. It was one of those experiences that enabled us as to International to interact with one another and learn a thing or two about other cultures. There were so many countries and almost every continent was represented and it was a learning experience. On that note, some of the countries represented were India, Botswana, Vietnam, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Thailand and Nigeria. 

Therefore, although, being an International student can be a cost, it comes along with immense amounts of benefits that surpass all understandings. It is a learning experience as international students get to learn more about other nations, cultures and traditions.