We can’t
believe it’s already our last week in Hong Kong! The month flew by. On the
Global Semester program, entering the last week in a country means that it’s
time to buckle down and finish working our research projects and begin studying
for our final.
December 16th
and 17th were presentation days. We gathered in the Hall-Holt’s
suite and presented on our individual research subjects and enjoyed sushi.
After presentations were over, we had to spend the weekend studying for our
exam. One exciting activity of the week, however, was a panel we listened to at
the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce. A panel of journalists spoke on media’s
influence on the US presidential election and China-US relations entering a
Trump era. Following the panel we had an opportunity to have conversations with
CUHK students about Hong Kong’s and the United States’ political situations.
After our
final exam on December 19th, we finally had a few free days to enjoy
the rest of our time in Hong Kong. Many students took advantage of the warm,
rainy weather and went hiking outside of the city. Others opted to explore
within the city, doing last minute shopping, visiting cat cafes, taking photos
at Victoria’s Peak, etc.
One special
group activity during our last week in Hong Kong was our Holiday party organized
by Siri and Kevin, our Social Committee. We enjoyed Christmas music, gift exchange,
and lots of yummy holiday treats. It was a fantastic last week in Hong Kong—looking
forward to enjoying Mainland China!
Siri, Laura, Alex and Becca enjoy a waterfall hike in the rain.
Siri enjoys her afternoon with a cup of coffee and Egg Yolk, a sleepy cat at a Hong Kong cat cafe.
Siri's photo of the bustling Ladies' Market in Mong Kok.
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