What Students Say

"Chinese actually surprises me as it is not hard as people think it is. It is understandable to think that Chinese is hard because it has the tones and the characters, but when you get used to it and all collaborate into one, it becomes another weird version of English.”

“I think learning Chinese is a lot of fun. Everyday in class we have fun while still learning the language.”

“Chinese is a life-long skill that I will be able to use forever.”

"After completing CHI 101, it makes me desire to continue on with my Chinese and hopefully minor in it"

"I started with a genuine interest in studying Chinese. Taking this course just made that more appealing."

"I learned so much in just one semester."

"Ms. Yang is a wonderful Chinese teacher, and I am so thankful to have the opportunity to expand my Chinese language skills in her class. She makes learning this language so much fun, and she constantly encourages us to try our best."

"I have really enjoyed this year of Chinese!!! Yang laoshi is by far the best Chinese teacher I have ever had, and I am looking forward to having the opportunity to continue taking Chinese with her in the future."

"The cultural events really intrigues me and in a way grasped my interest more in the Chinese culture itself. I enjoyed all the ones I went to and if I get the chance to go to them again, I will."