Indonesian Exchange Student?
We are going to host a 19 year old exchange student from Indonesia for a few months. I've never been there and don't know too much about the country other then what I can read online/in books. Any pointers on the culture, cuisine of current social scene there?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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wow, I am noticing that you do not have any answers, well I am not an expert on Indonesia, but I can tell you a few things Indonesia is a big country, like the US many different areas, differences, etc Most Indonesians are Muslim, it is the largest Muslim country in the world Indonesia (colonially) was linked to Holland. Indonesian people can travel to and from Netherlands without visa. I am assuming that you are in USA, they will have many preconceived notions about USA based on movies and TV shows probably more than anything else. Be aware that many nations screen their students quite rigorously for programs like this, and the individual might be under tremendous pressure to do well, represent their country in a good light, etc. You might have to reassure him/her that they can be themselves. Also they might be from extremely wealthy background (or politically connected) as some times people with some "pull" can get their children into the program more readily. If you are working with an organization to arrange the exchange study closely any hints and materials provided, they are probably pretty accurate, yet . . . Keep in mind that individuals will vary quite a bit from what is "typical" for any culture. If your student is trying to be a "good" Muslim during their stay then they will have to rise before dawn for first prayers. And not eat during Ramadan in Feb That is a really tough thing for a young person, not eating. They get cranky, as you might expect. You should rent an older movie (Mel Gibson & Sigourney Weaver were the leads) about the fall of the government in Indonesia in the 1960s. I wish I could remember the name of the film, it's a good flick and will give you background in recent history. Jakarta is an enormous city, like London, Tokyo, Mexcio City. Good luck!! I really wish you all the best, we are still close with our former exchange-daughter, 12 years later
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Sunday, July 8, 2012
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Movie with 2 brothers one who is a crook, other a student and his girlfriend get embroiled in a gang war?
Movie with 2 brothers one who is a crook, other a student and his girlfriend get embroiled in a gang war?
The heroine was really pretty. The Movie peobably was set in Indonesia or Thai. I remember the scene in which the heroine takes an expensive vase threatening to slam it to the ground. In response the Villain(a chinese looking guy) slams a vase himself to the ground.
Movies - 1 Answers
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Gone With the Wind??
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The heroine was really pretty. The Movie peobably was set in Indonesia or Thai. I remember the scene in which the heroine takes an expensive vase threatening to slam it to the ground. In response the Villain(a chinese looking guy) slams a vase himself to the ground.
Movies - 1 Answers
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Gone With the Wind??
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
I'm a junior high school student. I want to become the best NBA Player when i grow up. how's the steps?
I'm a junior high school student. I want to become the best NBA Player when i grow up. how's the steps?
Becoming the best NBA Player of all time. but the problem is, I LIVE IN INDONESIA, NOT IN AMERICA. Please help me!!!
Basketball - 4 Answers
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well, what grade r u in?
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First start running, then get some muscel gained, then start practicing shooting with only one hand use the second only for aim not for a boost.... dont use the second hand at all
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Why don't you write to Michael Jordan and ask him....
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get some ankle weights and do everything while wearing them. Practice everyday for 2 hours, and play against playerss that are better than u.
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Becoming the best NBA Player of all time. but the problem is, I LIVE IN INDONESIA, NOT IN AMERICA. Please help me!!!
Basketball - 4 Answers
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well, what grade r u in?
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First start running, then get some muscel gained, then start practicing shooting with only one hand use the second only for aim not for a boost.... dont use the second hand at all
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Why don't you write to Michael Jordan and ask him....
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get some ankle weights and do everything while wearing them. Practice everyday for 2 hours, and play against playerss that are better than u.
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Thursday, June 28, 2012
i want to go to south korea but dont have any money and i'm still a student??
i want to go to south korea but dont have any money and i'm still a student??
i really like south korea. i'm in indonesia now...i hope someday i can visit that country... i really2 want to visit that country...but i dont have any money...it's quite expensive to go to that country..then what should i do?? trying to be an exchange student ?? i dont like it and still it needs money...i need something free...really2 free.. any suggestion please??
Korea - 4 Answers
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Check out: http://www.couchsurfing.com/
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first of all you can get tourist visa if you would like to visit here you gotta find sponsor then you can get working visa.
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Your going to have to pay for the transportation, but don't forget the youth Hostels they have in Korea. You may have to share rooms and bathrooms, but it will be the cheapest way to stay in Korea if you can't find a host family.
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it is pretty expensive to live in Korea you need to plan it , find a cheap place to stay first.
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i really like south korea. i'm in indonesia now...i hope someday i can visit that country... i really2 want to visit that country...but i dont have any money...it's quite expensive to go to that country..then what should i do?? trying to be an exchange student ?? i dont like it and still it needs money...i need something free...really2 free.. any suggestion please??
Korea - 4 Answers
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Check out: http://www.couchsurfing.com/
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first of all you can get tourist visa if you would like to visit here you gotta find sponsor then you can get working visa.
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Your going to have to pay for the transportation, but don't forget the youth Hostels they have in Korea. You may have to share rooms and bathrooms, but it will be the cheapest way to stay in Korea if you can't find a host family.
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it is pretty expensive to live in Korea you need to plan it , find a cheap place to stay first.
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
I'm indonesian, looking for international student loan or financial aid to go abroad? any body can inform me?
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Thursday, June 7, 2012
who is the creator of Coca Cola, Fanta, and Sprite advertisements?
who is the creator of Coca Cola, Fanta, and Sprite advertisements?
I'm a student of Jenderal Soedirman University, Central Java-Indonesia. I'm finishing my thesis, but I have a problem about the creator of Coca Cola, Sprite, and Fanta ads. Can you help me to find out the email or who is the creator of those products?
Non-Alcoholic Drinks - 1 Answers
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Asa Griggs Candler, I think
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I'm a student of Jenderal Soedirman University, Central Java-Indonesia. I'm finishing my thesis, but I have a problem about the creator of Coca Cola, Sprite, and Fanta ads. Can you help me to find out the email or who is the creator of those products?
Non-Alcoholic Drinks - 1 Answers
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Asa Griggs Candler, I think
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Friday, June 1, 2012
how do you celebrate Idul Fitri day in your country?
how do you celebrate Idul Fitri day in your country?
Well, my name is Fay, 19 male, and now I need all of you guys to talk about cross cultural communication.. if you’re interested with this offer, just join me.. by the way, I’m a student of Airlangga University in Indonesia.. so, would you be my sharing partner, please?
Ramadan - 1 Answers
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I don't celebrate Idul Fitri day in my country. And it would be better if you partnered up with Jesus instead. It' a matter of your eternal salvation and not spending eternity in the lake of fire. Listen to the Christian missionaries that are risking their lives to go over to your country to tell you this. Jesus tells us, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me".
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Well, my name is Fay, 19 male, and now I need all of you guys to talk about cross cultural communication.. if you’re interested with this offer, just join me.. by the way, I’m a student of Airlangga University in Indonesia.. so, would you be my sharing partner, please?
Ramadan - 1 Answers
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I don't celebrate Idul Fitri day in my country. And it would be better if you partnered up with Jesus instead. It' a matter of your eternal salvation and not spending eternity in the lake of fire. Listen to the Christian missionaries that are risking their lives to go over to your country to tell you this. Jesus tells us, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me".
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