When even my dreams were in Chinese
Editor's note: We have asked foreign participants of various university summer programs in Shanghai to share their stories. Connor Vlahos is from the 2023 Australian National University (ANU)-East China Normal University (ECNU) Summer Program.
Connor Vlahos on the Waibaidu Bridge, also known as the Garden Bridge, a landmark in Shanghai. [Photo provided to study.edu.sh.gov.cn/en]
Shanghai, Nice to Meet You Again!
Hello, my name is Connor Vlahos (韦恒), and I am studying Finance and International Relations at ANU. I had the honour of taking part in the ECNU-ANU four-week Chinese Intensive Summer Program which was funded by ANU and the Australian center on China in the World.
This was my second time in Shanghai, and this trip made me understand why Shanghai is often referred to as a magical city in China. From its lively center to its beautiful gardens, Shanghai has it all.
