Chinese Bridge Summer Camp 2016 Chinese Bridge Summer Camp is sponsored by the Confucius Institute at the University of Oklahoma in Norman and Tulsa.Chinese.

Chinese Bridge Summer Camp 2016 Chinese Bridge Summer Camp is sponsored by the Confucius Institute at the University of Oklahoma in Norman and Tulsa.Chinese Bridge Summer Camp is sponsored by the Confucius Institute at the University of Oklahoma in Norman and Tulsa. The Confucius Institute as a flagship program that promotes Chinese language and culture throughout the world.The Confucius Institute as a flagship program that promotes Chinese language and culture throughout the world. Traveling I have found out that there aint no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them. Mark Twain Mark Twain Mark Twain Chinese Bridge Summer Camp 2016 Who: HS students between the ages of 14 18 What: Chinese language camp Where: Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai When: July 9 th -July 24th Why: Enhance Sino-U.S. youth exchanges through personal experience with the Chinese language and culture. Itinerary 1. July 9th Leave the U.S. 1. July 9th Leave the U.S. 2. July 10th - Arrive in Beijing (Settle in) 3. July 11th-15th - BNU (begin Chinese language and culture classes and tours of landmarks) - classes are 2.5 hours per day 4. July16th-17 th Tours of landmarks around Beijing 5. July 18th-19th Chinese Language and HSK Test 5. July 18th-19th Chinese Language and HSK Test 6. July 19th-22nd Xian (BNU will arrange travel to Xian) 6. July 22nd-24th Shanghai (OU will take care of all costs in Shanghai) 7. July 24th Leave for the U.S. Beijing Normal University Beijing Normal University, a key university under the administration of the Ministry of Education, is a renowned institution of higher education known for teacher education, education science and basic learning in both the arts and the sciences.Beijing Normal University, a key university under the administration of the Ministry of Education, is a renowned institution of higher education known for teacher education, education science and basic learning in both the arts and the sciences. BNU Campus Beijing Normal University Dorm Students will stay in the dorms for international students with access to washers (no dryer).Students will stay in the dorms for international students with access to washers (no dryer). A/CA/C KitchenKitchen WIFIWIFI Camp Activities Arts and Crafts Eat authentic food Camp Activities Lodging is not too bad Be asked to speak Chinese! Camp Activities OU in China! Visit Families Camp Activities Play ancient instruments Learn how to make Beijing Opera masks Camp Activities During the program, students will study Chinese language and culture (paper cutting, calligraphy, brush painting, tea ceremony, martial arts, etc.), participate in various sports and cultural activities (informal basketball matches, international student get- togethers, host family experiences, etc.); and visit points of interest and sites of natural beauty in China. Camp Activities Culture Museum Friends! Camp Activities Meeting Students Sacrificing the youngest Camp Activities Visiting Schools Making Friends Camp Activities Sharing Talents Famous Landmarks Camp Activities Great Wall Forbidden City Camp Activities Helpful Tour Guides Summer Palace Camp Activities Center of attention Ancient Gardens Camp Activities ShanghaiShanghai Learning Kungfu Visiting other cities Camp Activities Paper cuts Visiting CI Headquarters in Beijing Camp Activities Having fun at night Eating good food Camp Activities Learning Chinese Camp Activities Do Kung Fu! Do Taichi! Camp Activities Representing! Chinese Bridge 2015 Travel Blog Check out last years trip atpod.com/travel- blog/rexburnett/2/ tpod.html Program Fees U.S. $ Program Fee includes: Admin. Costs - staff, processing paperwork, FEDEX, extra activity costs, incidentals. Lodging, meals, and activities in Shanghai. 1. Visa $ (WOOEE travel free-10 year visa) 2. Air ticket - 1, , Travel insurance Spending Total cost: $3, Total cost: $3, China All meals, lodging, travel, entry fee tickets are covered by Beijing Normal University and the The Confucius Institute.All meals, lodging, travel, entry fee tickets are covered by Beijing Normal University and the The Confucius Institute. McDonalds, Pizza Hut, KFC and souvenirs are not covered.McDonalds, Pizza Hut, KFC and souvenirs are not covered. How to apply 1.Fill out OU Application. Mail to Rex Burnett 4502 E. 41 st street Tulsa, OK Room 1J39 Due March 4th 2.Complete Name list spreadsheet by Mar. 4th. 3.Submit one letter of recommendation by Mar. 4 th. 4.Pay $ registration fee by Friday Mar. 4 th. ALL paperwork is submitted to Rex Burnett through. or to Alisa Dougless atNOTE: Some documents must be mailed in (we will let you know which ones). Process 1.Complete OU and Hanban applications and return to OU by e- mail or mail. 2.Make sure your passport is valid for 6 months after July 31 st Pay $ deposit/Checks made out to University of Oklahoma 4.Routine shots: Tetnus, Polio, flu, etc. Recommended shots: Hepatitis A Recommended shots: Hepatitis A Typhoid Typhoid 1.Buy travel insurance 6.Mail passport to Mr. Burnett 7.Buy Airline tickets 8.Additional paperworkMr. Burnett and Ms. Dougless will walk you through every step of the way! 9.We will have 2 orientations (TBD) Part II. Going to China! How do we prepare properly? Useful Language What topics are best reviewed or learned before traveling overseas? Possible Answers 1.Greetings 2.Food/Dining out 3.Family 4.Simple questions and answers 5.Numbers/Money Possible Purposes 1.Practice the target language 2.Learn firsthand about another culture 3.Learn to budget money 4.Learn to travel(transportation, packing, etc.) 5.Learn to adapt and analyze 6.Learn to work in a group 7.Learn to think differently 8.Meet new friends What to pack Make a list of what you would bring on the trip.Make a list of what you would bring on the trip Rememberpack light!Rememberpack light! Checklist 1.Passport 2.Airline Ticket or E-ticket 3.Itinerary 4.Money 5.Prescriptions 6.Toiletries 7.Clothes 8.Computer/camera 9.Adaptor and converter When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money. Packing Tips Roll your clothes to save space and protect your clothing.Roll your clothes to save space and protect your clothing. Place items you use on a regular basis at the top.Place items you use on a regular basis at the top. Bring 1 pound freezer bags for waterproofing and organizing.Bring 1 pound freezer bags for waterproofing and organizing. Remember the rule on bringing liquids before departing at the airport!!!!Remember the rule on bringing liquids before departing at the airport!!!! Pack light. You will have to transport your belongings around the airport. Buy suitcases with rollers!!!!!Pack light. You will have to transport your belongings around the airport. Buy suitcases with rollers!!!!! Place everything you need for the flight and first day in your backpack.Place everything you need for the flight and first day in your backpack. Words of advice Bring an ATM card or bring cash. Exchange money into Chinese yuan at a U.S. airport. Do not exchange all of your US currency!Bring an ATM card or bring cash. Exchange money into Chinese yuan at a U.S. airport. Do not exchange all of your US currency! Current exchange rate is 1USD-6.24 CNYCurrent exchange rate is 1USD-6.24 CNY China only has one time zone and is 13 hours ahead of us in CST zone.China only has one time zone and is 13 hours ahead of us in CST zone. Go over clothing requirements (Packing-weight limits).Go over clothing requirements (Packing-weight limits). Go over what gifts to bring.Go over what gifts to bring. Jet lag 1. Get enough sleep before your trip. 1. Get enough sleep before your trip. 2. Eat regular, healthy meals. 2. Eat regular, healthy meals. 3. Exercise.. 3. Exercise.. 4. Adjust ahead of time. Start changing your biological clock before you leave. 4. Adjust ahead of time. Start changing your biological clock before you leave. 5. Change your watch. As soon as you leave for the new destination, change your watch to that time zone. 5. Change your watch. As soon as you leave for the new destination, change your watch to that time zone. 6. Use sunlight. Natural lightespecially if the sun is shininghelps reset your biological clock. 6. Use sunlight. Natural lightespecially if the sun is shininghelps reset your biological clock. When you come to a fork in the road.take it Yogi Berra Yogi BerraYogi Berra If you are going through hell, keep going. Winston Churchill Winston ChurchillWinston Churchill Potential Problems How do we determine if our trip was successful?How do we determine if our trip was successful? 1.Safety 2.Fun 3.Learn 4.Change 5.Promote 6.Breaking rules Preparation is the key to a successful trip! Potential Problems Lets list some potential problems we might encounter and how to deal with them.Lets list some potential problems we might encounter and how to deal with them Potential Problems 1.Lost passport 2.Lost student 3.Communicating with parents 4.Illness 5.Political Strife 6.Money 7.Behavior Others. Solutions 1.Passport-Carry all passports on you or the hotel front desk has a safe. 2.Tell students to stay where they are if they are lostwe will back track to find you. 3.Use Skype or Gmail to call for free. 4.Preferably bring medicine from home. 5.Register with the U.S. Embassy before leaving. 6.Carry a money pouch/ATM card 7.Rules will be followed Please dont.. Please do.. Behavior that will cause you to be sent home. 1.Drinking of alcohol or partaking of illegal substances. 2.Inappropriate relationships. Behavior that will enable you to have a great experience. 1.Respect your chaperones, teachers, other campers, and of course, the Chinese. 2.Be flexible to change. 3.Practice your Chinese. 4.Make good decisions. 5.Be safe. 6.Try different foods. 6.Try different foods. Remember You are representing your country, the University of Oklahoma, your school, and family. Respect is the most important principle in the Chinese culture, so set a good example for others to follow. Not My Way When you travel, remember that a foreign country is not designed to make you comfortable. It is designed to make its own people comfortable. Clifton FadimanWhen you travel, remember that a foreign country is not designed to make you comfortable. It is designed to make its own people comfortable. Clifton FadimanClifton FadimanClifton Fadiman Culture Notes The nail that sticks up gets hammered down. The nail that sticks up gets hammered down. 1.The Chinese are a group oriented culture and standing out in the crowd, is not recommended. 2.Since you obviously look different you do stick out, however, being too loud and obnoxious can bring unwelcome stares. 3.People will want to take your picture or even touch your hair if it blonde or red. 4.People may comment on your physical appearance. Do not be offended, though rude in the U.S., the Chinese are merely pointing out the obvious. Culture Tips 1.Bargain! Do not feel sorry for someone because they look like they need the money. It is one of the best ways to practice your Chinese. 2.Never leave your chopsticks standing in your bowl. 3.The Chinese may ask you personal questions. 4.The Chinese will take every opportunity to speak English. Use your Chinese! Meetings China Trip Meeting China Trip Meeting Welcome: Hand out packetsWelcome: Hand out packets Updates and questions about China Visas.Updates and questions about China Visas. Confirm name spellings, payment status, and enrollment insurance and optional excursions.Confirm name spellings, payment status, and enrollment insurance and optional excursions. Flight and hotel info. go over itinerary( Go over packet).Flight and hotel info. go over itinerary( Go over packet). Give parents assignments to complete by the next meeting! Give parents assignments to complete by the next meeting! Conclusion Plan and prepare ahead of time to insure a great trip!Plan and prepare ahead of time to insure a great trip! Useful Links Ouci.ou.edu The Confucius Institute Ouci.ou.edu The Confucius Institute Eai.ou.edu The East Asia Institute Eai.ou.edu The East Asia Instituteblog/rexburnett/2/tpod.htmlblog/rexburnett/2/tpod.html Chinesepod.com or other language website to help the students practice before they travel. Chinesepod.com or other language website to help the students practice before they travel.