Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Reflections on Study Abroad

Reflecting on what I have learned from this experience ...........

If at all possible, I think the Study Abroad experience is one program every student should participate in. It took a few days to adjust to the culture and time change in order to really learn from the opportunities we were exposed to. However, knowing what I know now I think in addition to a study abroad trip, participating in study abroad for an entire semester would offer additional advantages. This type of learning is truly value-added learning, in my opinion.  

Dr. Peng, and everyone that helped make the trip possible, did a fantastic job in salvaging the trip considering the natural disasters that occurred in Japan. With the extra time in Taiwan, I was able to see additional businesses and experience the culture more in-depth. I now have a number of new friends on Facebook and other email contacts because of the value added learning experience.

My MBA program at UM-Flint should be completed by the end of this year. As I move forward to another chapter in life, I will always cherish the memories from the classroom and my travels. I have learned a great many lessons that will help guide me in my personal and professional choices for the future. Thank you to the faculty and staff  who make learning such a positive experience.

 THANK YOU!   THANK YOU!   THANK YOU!   


Sunday, May 15, 2011

Sunday - May 15: Departure from TPE

Well, our stay in Taiwan was over. Again, where did the time go? This was such a great experience. I hope that one day I will be able to return and see what changes take place in Taiwan.

Gloomy - view the night before departure....

Travel by taxi to the airport.....


Approaching Detroit (DTW)

Detroit, MI

There is always a plane waiting.....

Thank you for safe travels and new friends! There is much to celebrate!

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Saturday - May 14: FREE DAY Celebration/Farewell Dinner

Where has our time gone? It is amazing how quickly the time went by in Taiwan. I have made so many great new friends because of this trip. I hope we will stay in touch for many years to come. I did a little shopping and then it was time to pack for our departure on Sunday - May 15.


Friday, May 13, 2011

Friday - May 13: Taiwan Indigenous Peoples Culture Park

The weather did not cooperate very well - this was an amazing stop on our travels! We did not have enough time to fully enjoy all this stop had to offer. What we saw was awesome.


















Friday - May 13: Qingdao Beer

Today we visited Qingdao Beer. Again, I will let the pictures speak for themselves. I was surprised at how they let the public into the facilities.














Thursday, May 12, 2011

Thursday - May 12: Kenting Yoho Resort - Eluanbi Lighthouse - South Taiwan Beach

Kenting Yoho Resort was awesome! I would love to bring my family here for vacation! I will let the pictures speak for themselves. One of my family members is a Triumph Rep - so you know who you are....thought maybe you could get the family tickets to this resort and promote your product!!! I can have a bag packed in no time at all!