<p>The international counseling office is a home away from home for many international students( foreign students) and it offers assistance with a variety of issues, including</p><p> Personal and cross cultural issues and adjustments</p><p> Academic progress, career counseling</p><p> Transfer </p><p> Update on immigration regulations effecting visa students</p><p> Referral to the community resources and services</p><p> Resources center for faculty and staff</p><p> Programs to acquaint international students with campus and community</p><p>In addition, many social and cultural activities are offered throughout the year such as:</p><p> Thanksgiving Matchup Traditional Dinner</p><p> Cup of the Culture </p><p> International Connection </p><p> Professor Appreciation Night </p><p>The International Student Services is located in the heart of the counseling center room # 38.</p><p>In addition to counseling services, the international student website, www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/international , is a terrific resource with lots of information and links to campus resources of particular interest to our students on visa.</p><p>Best wishes,</p><p>Shohreh Rahman International Student Counselor </p><p>Bakersfield College</p><p>1801 Panorama Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305</p><p>Office # - SS 38 [email protected]</p><p>Office - (661) 395-4412</p><p>Fax - (661) 395-4666</p><p>"Because in the 21st century, military strength will be measured not only by the weapons </p>