My name is Dong and my hometown is Thanh Hoa province. Currently, I am a student at Tra Vinh University, which is an extremely stunning and spacious school located in the Mekong Delta. I have been studying at the School of Foreign Languages for 3 years. During my campus life, I have faced a wide range of challenges and received plenty of benefits as well. In fact, students who are offered scholarships to study abroad are all in the same boat that is living far away from home and suffer a great influence from a new environment. I would like to share my experience during my time studying at Tra Vinh University.

Firstly, I argue that one of the main positive sides living far away from home is that it expands my horizon. What I meaned by this is that I have the opportunities to meet new people who not only give me their hospitality but also help enhance my perception and knowledge.

In addition, I have been able to take part in sports activities with my teachers and other students, such as playing volleyball, badminton, but especially soccer.

Secondly, I have experienced working and studying with native English teachers and foreign interns. From this opportunity I can gain qualifications, exchange culture, and build language skills which may improve my promotion aspects after graduation.

Turning to the other side of the argument, the teachers will not tell me what to do, but give me numerous options. Besides I cope with the environment in which I likely meet strangers and feel a sense of isolation. Another issue is the difference between regions. I grew up in the north and now I am pursuing my undergraduate program in the south. So, I get stuck in familiarizing myself with northern accent to better converse with southern people. This is a long process and extremely challenging.

In conclusion, “The more experience we gain, the more lessons we learn”. In light of this quotation, I should try to overcome my difficult campus life and learn to adapt to this new, interesting environment.

Mai Hưng Đồng, Class: DA17NNAE.