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Core 275:
CHINA
MAY 2017
Dr. Caleb Chan
Visit China, the world’s most populous country
and the oldest continuous civilization on earth.
Study various aspects of the Chinese culture,
including family, government, economics,
education and religion. Also, meet members of
China’s distinct ethnic minorities, visit ancient
architectural marvels, explore its magnificent and
varied terrain and enjoy its diverse regional foods.
RELIGION Visit Christian churches, Buddhist
and Taoist temples and Islamic mosques.
Understand the historical development of China’s
diverse religious traditions and its current
religious policies. Get acquainted with some of
the local Christians to better understand what
life is like for them living in a predominantly
atheist country.
Learning-intensive activities
may include:
HISTORY Explore China’s 5,000 years of
ECONOMICS Many economists agree that
China is the 21st-century economic power of the
world. Businesses are growing at an exponential
rate and China’s GDP is now ranked second in
the world. Through visits to cities like Shanghai,
Wuhan and Beijing, understand why China plays
a major role in the world’s economy.
EDUCATION Throughout this Cross Cultural
program, we will meet college students — as
well as students at different grade levels —
to understand China’s highly competitive
educational system. Interact with these students
to learn their stories. Visit Beijing School for
the Blind and understand educational issues for
those with challenges. We will also try to arrange
a visit to a children’s orphanage and the Starfish
Project (a holistic business transforming the lives
of formerly exploited women).
FAMILY Meet people of all ages and ethnicities
while experiencing firsthand the structure of
family in China through a visit to a minority
family restaurant.
GOVERNMENT The presence of the Chinese
government will be evident. There will be
opportunities to observe, ask questions of
expatriates, and compare the Chinese form of
government to that of the United States.
history by visiting the Terra Cotta Warriors and
Islamic (Chinese style) mosque in Xi’an, China’s
ancient capital. Also explore the Forbidden City
and Summer Palace in Beijing, as well as various
provincial museums.
OUTDOORS HIKING & CLIMBING
Challenge your endurance and strength by
climbing the Great Wall. Two hours outside of
Beijing, we will find ourselves at the beginning of
the eastern section of the 4,000-mile long Great
Wall. Students can choose to do as much or as
little hiking as they want once they reach the
Wall by cable car.
DEPARTURE DATES May 2017 experiences
will begin sometime during the week following
the projected May 13 commencement date and
will last 19–23 days. Students should not make
irreversible plans until their departure date is
confirmed by the CCS office in February 2017.
This experience, like all CCS experiences, is subject to
political and safety realities at the time of departure.
CCS options can be physically and emotionally intense
and stretching. Before enrolling, all participants should
consult the disclosures on physical hardships of CCS at
arbor.edu/crosscultural.
Passport and immunizations required (both at
additional cost); visa required.
“I loved the trip to China because I felt like I really got to
grasp the culture. The Chinese people make up one of
the oldest civilizations in our world, and I really felt that
ancient culture came out while I was there. We were
able to see so many historical things, such as the great
Wall, the Terra Cotta Warriors, and the Shaolin Temple.
One of my favorite parts about the trip is that we spent
a lot of time in the schools connecting with Chinese
students. They are so eager to hear what americans
have to say and just want to practice their english with
you and get to know you. I made a lot of connections
through going to schools all over China, and I am still
in contact with a lot of those people today.”
Emily Rahman
“Overall, I greatly enjoyed our trip to China and it is
something that I will never forget. The experiences
we had really helped to stretch me as a student, a
believer, and a person overall. This has only whetted
my appetite for international travel.”
Abby Wood
*CCS May program costs do not include summer school tuition
charges. Participants who are full-time students at SAU
both fall and spring semesters 2016–2017 are encouraged
to consider NOT taking a class for interim (January 2017),
as the available January credits may then be applied to the
summer school tuition charges of a May or Summer 2017 CCS.
Tuition and program costs are separate monies.
*CCS program costs do not include: tuition, passport,
immunizations, or the $150 study abroad fee. The study
abroad fee provides the basic international ID, insurance,
travel photos and support services.
**For information on eligibility for CCS benefit, see page 56 or
visit arbor.edu/crosscultural.