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clay dubeSince you are reading this, accessing the forum is not a problem for you. Still, you might appreciate access to a copy of the forum guide. It is attached in .pdf format.
The forum offers several advantages over email discussion lists, these include:
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clay dubeWe'll meet in 1221A Bunche Hall to enjoy refreshments and to discuss:
-- the courses, Prof. Yan will share the syllabi for the IDS and Management courses and will discuss the research projects each participant will undertake
-- logistics, including
visas, housing, roommates, travel, what to take, health matters, contact information
-- your questions!
If you can't make it to the orientation, all print information will be available through this forum. You can also use the forum to raise questions, share resources, and offer your ideas.[Edit by="Clay Dube on May 6, 9:49:03 PM"][/Edit]
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AnonymousHi everyone,
I just picked up a copy of the Knopf Shanghai Mapguide that was mentioned in the orientation letter. It's pretty good - has user-friendly fold-out street maps and information, as well as a subway map.
I've ordered some extra copies at the Westwood Borders bookstore, so they should be in stock. Borders is located on Westwood and Rochester, about two blocks south of Wilshire. The Mapguide is $8.95.
-Miranda
AnonymousHi everyone,
I see that there have been some visitors over the weekend, but no new postings. If you'd like to post something, just click on the "Post Reply" tab at the top of this page, under the "Global Institute News" entry.
I hope that everyone has received the latest e-mails that have gone out regarding course readers, assignments, and updates. If not, feel free to contact me, and I will forward any information as needed.
Happy Week 8,
Miranda
AnonymousI wanted to know when when and where will I find the letter from tongji university. And is that all we need besides the application form when we drop it off at the chinese embassy?
thanks
Mika yokoyama
P.S the link that had all the contact info about fellow students going on the trip does not appear due to the type of program it is. Could you try to e-mail it to me in another form? THanks 😀
AnonymousHi everyone,
The visa documentation from Tongji University will arrive this week. I will be sending out an information e-mail on that shortly.
I've received several inquiries from students wondering if they can apply for a tourist visa, for purposes of extended stay, etc. Since you are going to be participating in an academic program, you will need to enter China on a student F visa. Those planning to stay on past September 5, which is the date that Tongji University has provided us, can make arrangements once in Shanghai for a visa extension. We can work with you on that after we arrive.
Please feel free to post any other questions here. Thanks for getting the ball rolling, Mika!
-Miranda[Edit by="Miranda Ko on Jun 2, 1:39:27 PM"][/Edit]
clay dubeMiranda's sent out the visa instructions via email, but just in case anyone's missed them or don't have access to your mail, here they are again:
1. VISA LETTERS - Your invitation letters from Tongji University have arrived! UCLA students: please stop by my office in 11290 Bunche Hall (11th floor, end of hallway) to pick up your letters on MONDAY, JUNE 7 anytime between 9 am and 6 pm. If you cannot come on Monday, let me know via e-mail or phone (310-825-0007) ASAP, and I will overnight it to you. Non-UCLA students: I will overnight your letters to you on Monday.
2. VISA APPLICATION - You will need to apply for a Student F Visa, which will allow you to remain in China for no more than 180 days. Bring your valid passport, visa documentation from Tongji University and two passport photos ($5 at Costco; $10+ elsewhere) to the office of the Chinese Consulate General. Depending on your citizenship and the number of entries you request on the application form, your visa fee will range from $50 to $100. Bring cash or money orders (payable to "Chinese Consulate") - NO credit cards. The normal visa processing time is 4 working days, so do this as early as possible.
You do not need an appointment for visa application. If for any reason you are unable to go to the Consulate General yourself, you can have a family member or friend submit your signed application form and documentation and pick up your visa for you. Note that the invitation letter from Tongji University requests that you bring 8 passport photos with you - these will be used for registration purposes, so you may want to have extra passport photos taken at the time you do so for your visa application.
For Southern California: The Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles is located at 500 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, CA 90020. The Passport & Visa Office (213-807-8006) is located on the 3rd floor, and they are open Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 3 pm.
--- Chinese Consulate General in LA: http://www.chinaconsulatela.org/en/aboutus_en.html
--- Visa FAQs: http://www.chinaconsulatela.org/datas/visa_en/20031016010808.html
--- Student Visa Information: http://www.chinaconsulatela.org/datas/visa_en/20030925002953.html
--- Visa fees: http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/qianzhen/zgqz/t48478.htm
--- Visa Application (BG-01) Form Download: http://www.chinaconsulatela.org/datas/visa_en/20030508014626.html
For Northern California: The Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco is located at 1450 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94115. The Passport & Visa Office (415-674-2940) is open Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 12 pm and 1:30 to 3:30 pm.
--- Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco: http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/about/t43962.htm
--- Visa FAQs: http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/qianzhen/t42280.htm
--- Student Visa Information (click on "F Visa" link): http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/qianzhen/zgqz/default.htm
--- Visa fees: http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/qianzhen/zgqz/t48478.htm">http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/qianzhen/zgqz/t48478.htm
3. TRAVEL - By now, you should have purchased your plane tickets. If not, we recommend that you contact Travel Cuts (901 Westwood Blvd.; 310-824-2500) or make your flight arrangements by other means ASAP.
4. COURSE READERS - Course readers are available for purchase (Management 197 $66.51; IDS 190E $66.82) at Course Reader Material (1137 Westwood Blvd.; 310-443-3303). You can also call and make arrangements with them to have the readers shipped to you directly. The first week's reading assignments should be completed before the program begins.
Please feel free to contact Miranda at
AnonymousThe admission notice from Tongji University has a few notes on the bottom of the letter and it states that we need eight coppies of a passport photo. Does that apply to us and if it does what is it for?
Thanks
Mika Yokoyama
P.S Who ever is readin these posting it would be nice if you could post your arrival time and date. SO then those of us who have similar times could meet up and go to the university together. It's better to get lost as a group rather then all alone in a place we don't know. 😀
I'll be arriving on the 26th around 8:30pm
AnonymousThe eight passports that Tongji is asking for on the invitation letter will probably be used for registration purposes. It might be a good idea to have those taken at the time you do so for your visa application.
-Miranda
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