Expectations
The US Way of Life. What does this mean?
International Students in the USA
Culture Shock
American Culture
Adjusting to American culture can be difficult and at times frustrating. American customs and values might be very different from those of your home country, and you might find them confusing. You will probably want to familiarize yourself with American culture before your departure, in order to make the transition as easy as possible.
A few good articles can be found here:
Adaptation
What happens when you move from one culture to another?
Safety