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Summer Research Program. Chongqing, China Bridget Gohmann CSB Class of 2013 Biology Major ENVR & CHEM Minors. The Program. College of Life Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, China Campus Location – Beibei
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Summer Research Program Chongqing, China Bridget Gohmann CSB Class of 2013 Biology Major ENVR & CHEM Minors
The Program • College of Life Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, China • Campus Location – Beibei • Key Laboratory for the Eco-Environment of the Three Gorges Reservoir Region of the Ministry of Education • May 28th – August 15th 2012
Program Goals • To study abroad • To gain research skills/experience • To make global connections • To integrate my interests into my summer
Accomplishments • Acquired valuable research experience • Logged 100+ lab hours • Honed field work practices • Coauthored a scientific paper • Gained experience reading scientific literature • Developed intercultural presentation skills
Additional Elements • International Student Summer Camp • Traveling • Culture
Preparation • Personal • Light familiarity with China • Desire to do something different, unique and meaningful • CSB/SJU • Global awareness • Confidence • Willingness to try and succeed
Program Impact • Expanded my knowledge, both academic and international • Developed my conviction for my major/career goals • Launched a desire for international interactions in the future • Established continuing international friendships