Strategies for Combatting Homesickness

• Acknowledge that you are feeling homesick.
• Talk with others about your experience.
• Get to know your new environment.
• Take care of yourself.
• Join a student group.
• The more your feel part of campus life, the less homesick you will feel. MU has over 400 recognized student organizations. For a list of these groups, visit: the MU Organization Resource Group website.
• Try to establish a routine.
• Keep in touch with friends and family from home but place a limit on telephone usage.
• Stay in Columbia as much as possible.
• Set a goal to approach one new person a day and introduce yourself.
• Be patient with yourself.

Adjusting to any new situation/environment takes time. If your homesickness persists or is interfering with academic performance or relationships, consider talking with someone at the Counseling Center.