"you are always allowed to not live in dorms. just talk to the office and you can live off campus.
as far as i know, jinan university does not cut the power during nights..some other universities do.
jinan university is one of the universities that…"
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Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sophy Jun 3. 31 Replies 0 Likes
... Or how the Universities are in around Guangzhou/Guangdong? Originally I was thinking about getting a teaching job but after some debate and speaking with outside help, things have changed and now…Continue
Question for the English teachers in GZ
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I have a question for the English teachers in GZ..My visit to GZ last year has left a lasting impression.. I was trying to go over things I can do after graduation but wasn't sure and my mom and dad…Continue
how do you make friends here??
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lee 张利 Oct 9, 2012. 21 Replies 0 Likes
i know this might be a reach but how are you suppose to make friends in Guangzhou , where do I have to go? i'm here for 4 months since my grandfather lives here and my mom wanted to spend time with…Continue
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Sophy replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'
Daniel Schälander replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"Studied 5 years at Zhong shan (Sun Yat-sen) university, Chinese major and graduated in 2009 with bachelors degree in Chinese language. Although Guangzhou is far from the most ideal place in China to study mandarin, Zhong shan university is…"
Psykryph replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"they have a soccer field (with track), basketball courts and I think a swimming pool. They used to have a gym, but can't be sure anymore."
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A new weekly language exchange that meets at 7:30 every Tuesday night. The first hour is dedicated to Mandarin and the second is dedicated to English or any other foreign language where it is possible.Everyone is welcome to join! THIS EVENT IS FREE BUT PLEASE SUPPORT THE VENUE AND ORDER A MINIMUM OF ONE DRINK. This will ensure that everyone is happy and we can keep doing this for a long time to come.See More
Rob replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"Hahaa I know man.. i know, thats what my mom and dad say too.. but thanks appreciate it"
Rob replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"Hey Elaine!, yea that teaching thing didn't work out too well, I never got an ESL or fully qualified for the one I was looking into, but yea not sure how Jinan will be, keep hearing mixed reviews, but I'm ready to endure it, some things…"
Rob replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"yea @ Psyk, I think thats to register for attendance, etc I think Aug 22 is when you register for courses, rooms, etc (not sure tho.. )
and thanks @ Janice.. you came in October ?? after classes have already started? , but since you verified the…"
Rob replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"well.. sorry for my assumptions n wording, I say set in stone because a friend of the family is handling it (they actually suggested it and is handling all paperwork, etc, I actually just graduated - wasn't planning on doing this ) and they…"
Psykryph replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"that's odd. On their website it says from April 8th to July 8th they accept registration."
Janice Kappes replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"yep 22nd (and 23rd) are the registration days. you can't register earlier (but later always works, I came two months later and it still worked).each room has it's own bathroom. western style. hot water in the shower is also no problem."
"hi Rob, I know someone studied in Jinan university ,who also didnot like the rules.aren't you looking for a teaching job?how come you will be international student?"
Rob replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"Good looks on the info .. kinda what I was hoping for, I guess I won't resort to google as a source anymore ..24/7 A/C is a plus for me.. N I was actually speaking to someone from Jinan before and they said registration is August 22nd? Is that…"
Janice Kappes replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"i'm currently a student at the college of chinese language&culture. the mandarin courses there are probably the best.
the new dorms are pretty basic but clean, perfectly fine in my opinion (but you should come early on the registration day…"
Rob replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"thanks guys! yea it's alraedy set in stone so nothing i can do about it now.. But any positive insight gives me some slight hope it won't all be bad.. but yea good idea,.. I can't say I make friends easily but I will definitely…"
NAKAMA replied to Rob's discussion 'Anyone have experience in China Universities (specifically Jinan) ??'"I like to keep a light mood on shit. Haha
Im moving from Zhongshan to Guangwai now. Because Guangwai is specifically better with foreign language. But for Chinese language I think just about any school is good, so I still suggest Zhongshan all the…"
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- At 2:05pm on May 29, 2013,
Twigy Fung said…
hehe , i m back to China now
- At 9:21am on March 5, 2013,
Raymond He said… how are you ?no problem.plz let me know when you come back.
- At 12:26am on October 12, 2012,
mimi said… btw, you fit riiiiight into my group, undercover foreigners... ;)
but sorry, it's a little skimpy now.
- At 3:17pm on October 11, 2012, mimi said…
hey, i just got relocated to guangzhou for work work work work. and play. how's gz treatin ya? still feeling isolated? well atleast you have cantonese-- actually i would rather be fluent in only cantonese than half retarded at both Chineses. :(
- At 9:35am on October 9, 2012,
Rita.Yu said… I saw you commented on the group "language exchange". I'm native in GZ. I speak Cantonese and Chinese. I want to improve my English and learn Spanish. My qq is 1529084087, add me when u got one. or email me 1529084087@qq.com
- At 10:57pm on October 8, 2012,
Jenny Jiang said… Hi, Rob. I worked here for almost two years. I felt ashamed I know little about Cantonese. Maybe that's why I had a few friends here. :(
- At 11:04am on October 8, 2012, Rita.Yu said…
hi Rob, this is Rita. So how to contact u?
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