SFI’s Summer Camp in NYC has begun! Students from China checked into the Pace dorms and began classes the next morning at NYU. From cultural classes to visiting the MET to attending an One Republic Concert at Rockefeller Center, the students’ schedule are packed with exciting classes and events.
Arriving in Somerset, NJ and meeting 9 new Americans and 20 Chinese students all within 3 hours is a whirlwind. Luckily coming to this experience with a close friend makes it a lot easier. Especially when we both went to China before for a tour choir trip. With the tour we sang a song titled […]
Sharing in singing Read More »
Today, they are leaving! All sixteen of them. The week passed by so fast, yet, in this short timespan, it already felt like we’ve known them forever. We have surely become attached to this cute and adorable bunch. Quiet Lily was taking pictures of every teacher on the last day with a small mischievous smile on
Last Day S1- Leaving with Precious Memories and Laughter Read More »
Being fueled by excitement, the students woke bright and early. Today was the day we got to see One Republic in concert! At four a.m. the lobby was flushed in a sea of bright teal t-shirts accompanied by a few yawns but a lot of smiles! The students munched on two dozens of assorted Dunkin
Day 5 – One Republic Concert & Certificate Ceremony (Last Day) Read More »
Hi! My name is Christian and I am a freshman at Pace University. Today was quite a day for our students! We started out the morning with breakfast in the Pace cafeteria, and then we were off to morning classes. It was there that the students had the opportunity to learn about Music in America
Day 4 – A Day as a Voters Registrations Volunteer Read More »
Today we started our day full of activities. At lunch we had a great deal of choices of American foods. The traditional American breakfast consisted on French toast, pancakes, bacon, sausage, bagels, and fruit salad – the first start to our cultural immersion in New York City. Following breakfast, we had the chance to sit
Day 3 – American Flags, Sign Language, Internships & Technology + a Trip to the MET Read More »
This morning, after getting some much-needed rest, the students went to breakfast where pancakes, eggs, French toast, sausage, and other items were served. At the conclusion of breakfast the students made their way up to a classroom where they watched and participated in presentations about various career options and the traits needed for a particular
Day 2 – Heading off to the Village – Visiting NYU Read More »
On behalf of the staff and counselor I would like welcome you to our own little writer’s corner. We will be posting an article everyday in order to keep everyone updated on the activities that occurred each day. Hello! My name is Rodolfo, and I am a freshman at The King’s College. I have the
Day 1 – SFI Campers First Full Day in the Big Apple Read More »
