In my life I have had many cultural exchange experiences with many different people from a plethora of countries. For example, the people I have met when I have traveled to the Caribbean or Greece have been amazing experiences.…
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A Tale of Two Cities in Education from Gaokao to America
I was born in Shanghai, a super metropolis covering only 6,340 square kilometers yet crammed with 24 million people. The morning subway stations are filled with the aroma of pan-fried pork buns, while the downtown area glows with neon lights…
Those Neglected Issues: The Journey of an International Theater Student
I came to the US to learn theater with full heart of excitement. As a person who loves musical, I had been looking forward to the theater industry for a long time. Theater is a safe place for me, where…
Nostalgia on a Plate: When Home Tastes Like a Stereotype
I come from a village in Taiyuan, Shanxi. As the sun went down, there were always kids like me chasing each other through the neighborhood, giggling down the streets. The air would be filled with the shouts of street merchants,…
Poem “My dream”
Written by Ziyuan Liu ’28 The night sky and the wolf smoke seal the Qin Pass, the sky and the moon return to one saddle. The jade tree is in front of the groom, and the fishing boat is moved…
Looking back at my four years of high school: cultural absorption
Transitioning from the bustling high schools of China to the tranquil campuses of suburban America, my educational journey was not just a geographical leap but a deep dive into cultural exploration. With curiosity about American education and culture, I embarked…
First Impressions and Revelations: Unveiling the Real America
My initial impression of the United States was quite peculiar. Before arriving in the U.S., I had always imagined that as one of the most developed countries in the world, it would boast clean cityscapes, clear social structures, and positive…
From Hong Kong to the United States
Reflecting on my journey from Hong Kong to the United States for my studies, I initially harbored certain preconceptions about American culture and its academic environment. Coming from a highly commercialized background in a bustling Asian metropolis, my perception was…
How Different Educations Shaped Me As A Qualified College Student
Throughout my academic journey, transitioning from the educational system in China to attending college in the United States presented a fascinating blend of challenges and revelations. This experience not only broadened my academic perspective but also deepened my understanding of…
The Discussion of the Respect and Interaction in Chinese and American Educational Systems
Growing up in China, where my father is a professor, I was instilled with a deep sense of respect for educational authority figures from a very young age. My father emphasized the importance of discipline, punctuality, and the unequivocal respect…