May 16, 2012 -- Submitted by Alex Reeder (Business)
Today was a busy day for the Widener Students studying at
CTBU. Our day started at 2:30pm when we had a Martial Arts Class. Our
instructor taught us 11 steps in the basic martial arts. It was important for
us to keep our energy and focus during the moves. We started out practicing
each step slowly, and then added them together piece by piece. Some were better
than others, but we all had a great time learning the Chinese Martial Arts. In
the class we ended our session by learning some Tai' Chi. Tai' Chi is a moving
meditation that relaxes the body, mind and soul.
After class we met the CTBU exchange students that will
be coming to Widener in the Fall. There are 7 students coming to
Widener, with most of them studying in accounting, and some social work. They
seem eager to come to America, and had good questions to ask us. As Widener
students, we are excited to host them at our school and make sure their
experience is just as memorable as our time at CTBU.
The night ended with a Thai Film Appreciation night. We
all gathered in a classroom and watched the film. It told the story of a young
boy who is gifted at playing a Thai instrument, and is chosen to play for the
king. The film includes the trials and tribulations of the apprentice, while he
must gain the respect of the other ensemble members. The apprentice must
perform for the king and a rival ensemble. When they battle it out, the
apprentice becomes the master, and is gifted with the responsibility of
continuing the traditional music.
Overall
the day was packed with varied types of cultural information, and we are all
enjoying our time here! I don't want to leave!
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| Alex Catches on Quickly |
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| Martial Arts -- Step One |
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