Learning advantage
US students get firsthand experience of vibrant Chinese commerce and culture
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"We grew up in very different ways, but I wanted to connect with Chinese students who are similar to me in age. I also wanted to meet more American friends who share these interests," said Sofia Lin Cesarone, 20, from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
"I think visiting different Chinese cities is a great way to understand the various facets of China," she said.
Wang Zichen contributed to this story.