Student Programs

FAQ's

Be prepared to be the center of attention, especially outside of the major urban centers where "foreigners" are scarce.

Get vaccinated.

Check out the Center for Disease Control website for recommended vaccinations and travel advice.
www.cdc.gov/travel/eastasia.htm

Talk to your doctor.

Things to Bring:

• shavers
• blades
• a GOOD tour book with Maps (ask someone who's been!)
• seasonal clothing, a Mandarin phrase book
• first aid kit
• much patience (things work slow, always allow much extra time for traveling)
• a laptop computer is convenient (but not necessary)
• anti - diarrheal medicine
• anti-bacterial hand lotion
• the equivalent in RMB (Chinese currency) of your first months salary
• some knowledge of Chinese cuisine (many basic dishes have strange names, outside of what you may have learned in Chinese class!)
• pain relievers (tylennol, aspirin)
• benadryl
• feminine products
• mosquito repellent
• good walking shoes or boots
• a text for lesson plan ideas

Things NOT to Bring:

• Too many clothes! Pack reasonably, this will enable you to travel much more easily.
• Blow drier
• DVD player
• sports equipment (like a basketball)
• too many towels and face cloths (can be purchased very cheap)