We started classes on Tuesday. The language program here is fairly intense- I have 3 hours of class two days a week and 4.5 hours two days a week. I was lucky enough to be in a class which does not meet any on Fridays. There are four sections: grammar, speaking, reading, and listening. My class is made up of around 5 Mexicans, 4 Koreans, 4 Americans, a Japanese, an Australian, and a few other Europeans. All classes are completely in Chinese, but I feel quite comfortable and understand about everything. Tomorrow when I have no class I am going to sit in a Level 3 class, and see if it would be more appropriate for me.
Besides class I have been playing a good bit of soccer, hanging out with both international and native students, and planning travels for the October break. Before I came I had realized being in the international dorm would hinder my language acquisition- and so far I was right. Granted I have been here less than two weeks, I am beginning to feel the need to stray from the international students and immerse myself with the Chinese.
I'll post again soon with pictures and all.
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Great blog so far. Sounds like you're staying busy. And, most important, don't eat any chicken in a pot.
G-Ma and G-Pa
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