Program Conclusions

Two weeks have passed since the end of my study abroad program and I am in my hometown in Japan working on my online assignments, taking periodic breaks. Looking back, I can confidently say that the program was a fun and valuable learning experience. Not only was I able to study Chinese culture, history, and…

Current Experiences in Guangzhou

你好 (Hello)! I am writing this blog in my hotel room surrounded by scenery of old and tall apartment buildings in the city of Guangzhou, China. To start off, our study abroad group was originally supposed to be in a hotel that we had checked in on our first day. However, due to some issues,…

Approaching the End of My Stay in China

Two days left until the end of the program. Lots of emotions are running through my mind – I am happy that I was able to enjoy myself during this study abroad experience, excited as I head to my next destination and hometown, Japan, for my “summer vacation” (I still have online schoolwork), sad that…

Kazuaki’s Preparation for His Journey to China

Kazuaki is soon starting his study abroad program in China. Read about how he has been preparing, physically and mentally, for this upcoming journey. https://sites.uw.edu/uwtintl/kazuaki-suhama/