¶ … Purdue Summer Program in Oxford
There are several reasons why I would like to participate in the Purdue six-week summer program being offered in Oxford England. While I am aware that not every student who wants to go to the summer program gets accepted, I feel that I would make a good candidate. Please allow me to take a few moments of your time to explain why I feel I should be selected, and what it would mean to me personally to be able to spend six weeks learning in England over the summer.
First, when I came to the United States from Taiwan seven years ago, it was quite a surprise. Everything was very different, but I learned to adapt to the new culture, and also to speak English very well. I am now fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese, which is my native language. Since I am already familiar with cultural differences and boundaries, I don't feel that I would have any trouble adapting to the English professors, their styles of teaching,...
It reminds me constantly that, while we have our differences, we are all really very similar. While I learn from people of different cultures, they also get to learn about me and my culture. In this way, I can give something back to the people I spend time with and show them something about the Taiwanese culture or the American culture that they may not have been aware of.
Since I consider both of these wonderful countries my 'home,' there is much I can impart to someone else about them. I feel that the summer program would give me the chance to experience yet another culture, with both its similarities and differences, while still continuing my studies.
Second, I was fortunate enough to take a trip to England during the summer of 1998, and found it to be a beautiful and fascinating country. It was an excellent trip, and it would have to be the best vacation I have ever had. Unfortunately, the length…
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