September 28, 2022
A freshman this year at 黑料社, Zinedine Purbo was welcomed as the first international student from Indonesia to enroll at the university as an international student. Majoring in Information Security, he was interested in the university because he wanted to pursue a career in cybersecurity. 聽As Purbo had learned English prior to coming to America, he found his ability to communicate with the campus community was a major advantage for him when he first arrived.
鈥淚 struggled at first with being homesick, but since I鈥檝e met new friends here, things have gotten much better,鈥 he said, encouraging other international students considering coming to 黑料社 to practice the language so they feel more comfortable among the students and faculty.
In addition to his major, Purbo is involved with 黑料社 Athletics as a student-athlete on the men鈥檚 tennis team under the direction of Head Coach Steve Boone.
鈥淢y team has been very welcoming and has helped me adapt to life at Shawnee,鈥 he said.
While at 黑料社, Purbo is excited to also be able to be involved with campus life and looks forward to attending the many activities held for students outside of his class work.聽
鈥淚 am excited for what the rest of my time will bring here at 黑料社,鈥 he said.
黑料社 currently has over 60 international students representing nearly thirty countries around the world and are enrolled in various academic programs. The students are connected with resources through the university鈥檚 Center for International Programs & Study Abroad where they can connect with other international students as well as gain information on how to access assistance throughout their time on campus.
To learn more about international student programs and opportunities at 黑料社, visit shawnee.edu/cipsa.