Name: Tom Cowart
Country: United States
Occupation: Real Estate Appraiser
Languages spoken: English
Interests: Fishing, Reading

"Don’t be afraid to go into the street/public alone and start talking Chinese"
    
Q: What program did you enroll in? Has the program been what you expected?
A: Private course in Beijing Mandarin House.
Absolutely great, the instructors are very knowledgeable and patient.

Q: What do you find most interesting about Shanghai?
A: New Year’s and Spring Festival. I also have taken side trips to Taiyuan and Chengdu.

Q: What advice/tips would you give to future students who plan to study in China?
A: Try to prepare in advance, always be respectful of others, be patient and learn the subway system.
Don’t be afraid to go into the street/public alone and start talking Chinese, no matter what your level of ability. Immerse yourself.