Tips for Dealing with Culture Shock
OMG what is that? People here eat that?! But no one does this back home! How do they not have this, and what on earth are they saying? They look so different, can you believe these people think this is acceptable? Help, I wanna go homeeee!!!! If you have ever said or thought any of […]
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Sherilyn Chia posted in: Culture
Survival Mandarin Guide
Here it is – your Mandarin Chinese survival guide! Tried and tested by my international friends and our interns here – a list of what you need to know besides the customary ni hao (hello) and xie xie (thank you) to make your life in China a lot easier. Food Related: 牛肉炒饭 Niu rou chao […]
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Important Changes to Shanghai Program
**Notice: Due to unforeseen changes in visa regulations, as of April 2012, all Connect-123 interns in Shanghai will be transferred to manual internship positions in coal mines just outside the city until further notice. All housing and transport arrangements will be made. Safety disclaimer forms will be sent out by Program Coordinator later today. April […]
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Sherilyn Chia posted in: Culture
Happy Chinese New Year!
Xin Nian Kuai Le! Wan Shi Ru Yi!! No, I’m not swearing or putting a curse on you – these are classic Chinese New Year greetings! These greetings are usually in four character phrases wishing someone good health and a prosperous year ahead, said with hands clasped together prayer style. As the program coordinator for […]
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