International Students: Life in America

From the deep-seated attitudes that mark the American character to customs and everyday activities, American Ways explores the tapestry of the country's life, providing invaluable information on cultural values, politics, education, religion, and relationships.

See how Americans view outsiders. Gain tips for succeeding in the American work environment. Finally, get the basics of work-related etiquette: conducting meetings, giving feedback, nonverbal communication, e-mail rules, gifts, taboo topics and so on.

A practical guide to American business culture, with information on stereotypes, demographics, making contacts, and negotiating a deal.

Off-campus users will need to set up a connection to JMU Libraries.

JMU also has books from this series about different countries. To see a full list, click here.