Every year, students from all over the world flock to the United States. Studying in the U.S. offers the prospect not only to study at prominent academic institutions, but also to benefit from travel and be exposed to a new culture.

Nonetheless, studying abroad can raise some challenges for new arrivals.

The first semester of college is an exciting time for international students, but there are some barriers that naturally arise in a new country and academic environment.

Forget the geese. Hide your kids. Hide your wife. The crickets have invaded campus, and relief is still months away.

In what feels more like an Exodus-sized plague than a seasonal insect problem, black cricket populations have swelled to biblical proportions because of the drought and heat of Tulsa this summer.

Though some students question whether the infestation is related to insanitary conditions, the crickets are actually looking for cooler places to escape humid weather conditions. They are only a small part of a nationwide explosion of insects.

On Friday, Sept. 7, the new General Assembly election results were announced in chapel. Students were given 20 votes each. Voting took place on Vision.

As a U.S. citizen, one of the most important rights you have is the right to vote. However, in order to vote and voice your opinion, you must first register to vote with the state in which you reside. The rules and requirements of each state vary, so the first thing you need to do is read about your state’s particular laws.

Typically, registration is required at least 30 days before the election, but you’ll want to make sure, especially with the presidential election coming up Nov. 6.

Here are some questions and answers to aid you through the voting process.