Exploring Shanghai: A Brief Look

January 8, 2013 By 1 Comment

To the western world, Shanghai (上海: Shànghǎi, “the city above sea”) is now mainly known for its looming skyscrapers, sprawling subway system, and its impressive shopping centers devoted to what appears to be the pursuit of consumerist ideology – it almost sounds a bit like New York, right? That said, if you are willing to [...]

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Save the Date: Baruch Study Abroad Fair 9/13/12

September 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment

If you have ever considered studying abroad, now is the time to act! The Weissman Center for International Business at Baruch College will be hosting our annual Study Abroad Fair this week.   When:  Thursday September 13th, 2012 (12:30 PM to 2:30 PM) Where:  55 Lexington Ave. Vertical Campus Multipurpose Room   Fair attendees will have [...]

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Baodao 報道: Dispatches from China (Cultural Differences: Appearance)

June 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment

A fellow classmate recently came to me very upset after being called “too chubby” by a Chinese native. Long story short, the value of physical appearance is very much rooted into the Chinese culture. While the younger generations in China are trying to overcome the existing biases permeating throughout the society, others may still hold [...]

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Baodao 報道: Dispatches from China (Modernization and the Environmental Impact)

June 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

  In China’s ever continuing quest to modernize, many cities – especially ones undergoing rapid development – have become increasingly polluted. This is especially true in Nanjing, as the city continues to work simultaneously on several large-scale projects – the largest of which would arguably be the construction of various commuter subway lines. The Nanjing [...]

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Baodao 報道: Dispatches from China (First Impressions)

May 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Greetings from Nanjing!  It’s a pleasure to be reporting from China, while I am studying abroad here. It didn’t take too long to adjust to the new environment upon arrival in China, but this is likely because I have had some instruction in Mandarin back in the States and and travel experience from my study [...]

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