Return from study abroad to home, the United States, family, friends and college can be accompanied by conflicting emotions. Joy, relaxation, warmth and release of tension can alternate with apprehension, loneliness, a sense of loss and frustration.  If you are experiencing a similar roller coaster of emotions, you may be wondering what is going on and whether your situation is shared by others.  Re-entry adjustment is the term for what you’re experiencing and, while the specifics vary, you are not alone.

Re-entry adjustment is addressed:

• at the Re-Entry Orientation, during the first week of the next semester
• through panels and events throughout the year
• in individual meetings with CGE staff, please make an appointment on BatesReach

The Office of the Multifaith Chaplaincy often sponsors “Back at Bates” reflection/conversation meetings for students returning from study abroad.  Please contact one of the chaplains if you are interested.