Beijing is home to the best research universities in their country and I would really like to explore the different research opportunities available. I also would like to see how average people in China live. I would like to stay with a host family so that I can fully take advantage of communicating completely in Chinese. My plan for maximizing my international language learning experience: At the end of the summer, I want to have opened my eyes to rich and complex Chinese culture and its implications on the modern business world.At the end of the summer, I want to be able to effectively communicate in basic day to day interactions with a native Chinese speaker.At the end of the summer, I will be able to speak, read, write, and listen at a level of proficiency equal to two semesters beyond my current Chinese coursework placement at Notre Dame.My specific learning goals for language and intercultural learning this summer: Studying in the traditional city of Beijing will also be the perfect opportunity to learn about the history of the country as well. It is important for me to learn more about the culture behind the language so I can better relate to the people I will be talking to. I have always believed that immersion is the best way to truly understand different values in people. I want to learn Mandarin as quickly as possible so that I can use my skills to create understanding among different groups of people. Going to China would also allow me to further my knowledge and learn more about the Chinese people at the same time. One of my biggest concerns is that over the summer I will lose some proficiency in what I have already learned if I don’t focus on learning more. This is a supplement to my goals because I want to experience China, not just sit in a classroom all day. The program is one that puts a large emphasis on learning inside and outside the classroom. The program will not only allow me to improve my language skills but will also allow me to get immersed into the Chinese culture at the same time. After studying Mandarin for a year, I believe that the CIEE immersion is the ideal complement to my academic program. One of my main goals is to demystify the stereotypes associated with the Chinese as well as the Americans. What I hope to achieve as a result of this summer study abroad experience:
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This great network of people that I would develop would be very beneficial in my future professional life. I would really like to enhance my speaking and writing skills in Mandarin while I am there and get a better understanding of what global and international business is like. Going to China will give me more of a hands-on experience with what I am learning. China is one of the major players in the global economy and I believe it is very important to try and understand the Chinese culture.In the future, it would allow me to advocate for positive relationships between different groups of people both inside and outside the business world. The SLA grant is critical in helping my quest for language acquisition abroad. Why this summer language abroad opportunity is important to me: Among other activities at Notre Dame, I am involved with student council, Habitat for Humanity, and campus ministry. I attended Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School which gave me an appreciation of diversity and showed me the importance of internationalization. I am originally from Carmel, Indiana, which is a suburb outside of Indianapolis. I am a rising sophomore with a double major in Business and Chinese. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates.Program of Study: CIEE Summer Intensive Chinese Language You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Year should not be greater than current year Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Sorry! There are no volunteers for this cemetery. GREAT NEWS! There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos
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