I study at Auckland International College (AIC), whose students come from many countries around the world, such as New Zealand, South Africa, America, Russia, China, Korea, etc. In this regard, I believe that this life is similar to life at university because I too have to communicate with people who have different nationalities and speak different languages. Nationality and language are factors that generally prevent a student from assimilating into a new environment. However, I think the experience at AIC can help me overcome these obstacles; and I, in turn, will support other international students. This is how I will contribute to life at Rice. The difference in nationality is difficult to overcome. My friends and I were