Life in the U.S.: How to Survive Michigan Winter
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LIFE IN THE U.S.: WINTER WONDERLAND
MAKING THE MOST OF DARK, SNOWY MONTHS
AMBER CORDELL, BORIS HSIEH, OFFICE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS
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WINTER IS COMING! YOU HAVE 2 CHOICES:
• 1. Be scared, angry, negative, pessimistic, miserable and sit in your room
OR
• 2. Be excited, happy, positive, optimistic, adventurous and embrace winter!
I hope you choose #2!
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HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO SURVIVE (AND THRIVE) IN WINTER:
• 1. How to dress to stay warm
• 2. How to stay healthy and safe
• 3. How to stay happy and have fun
• 4. Where to go for help
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CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO ABOUT:
HOW TO DRESS IN WINTER
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-5xJh8jSg4
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HOW TO DRESS
• LAYERS!!!
• Coat
• Hat
• Mittens/Gloves
• Scarf
• Boots
• Socks
• Thermal underwear
• Sunglasses
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• Moosejaw - across Eli Broad Art Museum
• Meijer
• Walmart
• Marshall
• Target
• Kohls
• Meridian Mall (Macy’s JCPenny, Dick’s Sporting Good, Yonkers, etc.)
• Tanger Outlet – Howell Michigan
• Birch Run Premium Outlet – Birch Run Michigan
WHERE TO GET CLOTHING
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• Regular Coat : $40-$200
• Puffer Coat : $60-$180
• Hat : $10-$30
• Ear Muff: $10-$50
• Mittens: $5-$40
• Gloves $10-$40
• Scarf: $5-$35
• Boots: $40-$200
• Socks: $5-$20
• Thermal underwear: $20-$60
• Sunglasses: $5-$40 ( Or you can spend over $200 on really good sunglasses too)
HOW MUCH IS CLOTHING
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STAYING HEALTHY
• Get sunshine (Vitamin D) and fresh air any time you can
• Exercise
• Eat fruits and vegetables
• Wash your hands
• Take a multivitamin
• Get enough rest
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STAYING SAFE
• Call 911 in case of an emergency
• Leave all water taps at home slightly open so they drip continuously
• Put salt on sidewalks and steps to melt ice
• Don’t drive in bad weather and drive slowly if you must
• Keep emergency supplies (first aid kit, blankets, food, water, flashlight, extra batteries phone charger) in car and home
• Keep gas tank full
• Wear bright clothes and walk against traffic. Don’t assume drivers can see you and remember they can’t stop quickly.
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CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO ABOUT:
HOW TO PREVENT FROST BITE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXyCB_O72YY
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WALKING ON ICE OR SNOW• Walk like a penguin
• Make sure you don’t have your hand in your pocket so wear gloves
• Don’t carry too many stuff
• Keep your body balanced
• Winter Season Walking Safety Tips Videohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0owgay_bQs
• If you don’t walk carefully, this might happenhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EMf1k4CYLU
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STAYING HAPPY
• Be proactively social and don’t isolate yourself!
• Get a sunlamp to help keep Seasonal Affect Disorder and Depression away!
• Try new things and enjoy winter activities!
• Keep a gratitude journal!
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HAVING FUN• Ice Skating
• Skiing/snowboarding/snow shoeing/sledding
• Make a snowman and snow angels!
• Have snow fights!
• Play board games, video games, and cards; making puzzles
• Cook and invite friends over for dinner
• Take photographs
• Go bowling, play billiards, watch movies or go shopping with friends
• Drink Hot Cocoa, Coffee, Tea
• Take a vacation somewhere warm (and take us with you)!
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DO’S AND DON’TS OF WINTER ACTIVITIES
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DO THIS
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DON’T DO THIS
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DO THIS
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DON’T DO THIS
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DO THIS
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DON’T DO THIS
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DO THIS
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DON’T DO THIS
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DO THIS
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DON’T END UP LIKE THIS
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IF YOU DO END UP LIKE THE MOOSE, DO THIS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qoittMUoaA
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DON’T EVER DO THIS
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AND LASTLY
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OR ANY COLORED SNOW…
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WHERE TO GO FOR HELP?
• MSU Counseling Center
• MSU Police
• Olin Health Center
• OISS
• Academic Advisors
• Residence Mentors
• OCAT Aides
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DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?