UC Davis Summer Abroad “A Taste of China”

2014

Charlie ShoemakerFood Science & Technology

UC Davis

1985Wuxi China

2014 UC Summer Abroad

“A Taste of China”

This course will explore world cultures, science and

health through the eyes of food. Of special interest will

be the development of Chinese food culture. In addition

to the classroom, the course will consist of visits and

local presentations on the historical development of

Chinese food culture.

220-240 VAC

Tea in China: Different types of tea

Black tea – “fermented”

Oolong tea – “semi-fermented”

Green tea – “not fermented”

Fermentation of tea is more accurately described as oxidation which is caused by enzymes, since the process involves oxidation of phenolic compounds and not fermentation by microorganisms

Spirit in Chinese tea Ceremony “ 和”: moderation

“ 静”: quite

“ 怡”: happy

“ 真”: true

Shanghai

Student developmentStudy abroad can be transformative for its participants. Among the outcomes often cited are improvement in critical thinking skills, cross-cultural skills and perspectives, tolerance for ambiguity, self-confidence, independence, flexibility, self- knowledge, appreciation of difference, reevaluation of personal values, new direction and skills for job/career path, and new perspectives on American society and culture and on the US role in the world.

•Intercultural training •Required journaling•Opportunities for local engagement•Host-country dorm roommates, or other integrated living situations •Career-related opportunities•Appropriate mechanisms for fostering independence and self-direction•Re-entry

The following topics are covered in the Program Specific Guide (PSG), which you can

download from your Summer Abroad account:

• Preparing to Travel to your destination • Advice from Instructor and Past Participants • Practical Notes• Resources for Students • Personal Travel • Health and Safety • Money Advice• Communication • Accommodations, Meals, and Classroom• Upon Arrival - getting from the airport to your program site Important

Contact Information• Cross-Cultural Training• Language Preparation Resources • Academics

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