In a new article on the value of study abroad programs, U.S. News highlights the experience of UMBC student Lemuel Sun ’15, computer science.
Sun participated in a two week study abroad program to China with Howard Community College in order to improve his language skills and visit his parents’ home country. The experience inspired him to minor in Chinese after transferring to UMBC. Sun commented on his study abroad experience, saying, “I definitely did see firsthand the importance of knowing a second language and reconnecting with my culture.”
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