If you consider yourself an animal lover, you have probably experienced some sort of feeling of elation upon laying eyes on a creature, whether it be a domesticated dog on a leash or a rambunctious rabbit hopping around the park. If the simple act of gently caressing an animal fills you up with giddiness, then […]
We all know the philosophical benefit of studying abroad is essentially food for the soul. But what can it actually do to fuel your career? Studying abroad is about strengthening your specific skill sets while building on interpersonal, teamwork, and networking skills. This happens while learning or practicing a second language or having a conversation […]
A little over a year ago, in May 2015, I found myself studying Mandarin and Chinese culture at a university in the Henan province of China. The mornings started out cool before the temperature climbed up to 28 degrees celsius or higher. Around 80 degrees fahrenheit isn’t so bad until you factor in the humidity. […]
What’s the first thing that pops into your mind when you hear the word, “China?” Is it expensive dishware? Giant pandas? Whatever your thoughts are, they are probably completely different from the image the United States brings to mind. Even with the cultural differences, it’s possible to navigate through Chinese culture. There are countless differences […]
One of the most interesting things I found out about Taiwan while I was there was that Taiwan has a large traditional Chinese population. To be honest, I knew very little about Chinese history and the relationship between mainland China and Taiwan before visiting the island. Without getting into too much detail, what I basically […]
