Abdallah Aljerjawi encourages us to not let differences be a stumbling block, but let to them be a driving force for a shared humanity

Misa Layne reflects on the J-term class to China and shares how fun, yet competitive game of Ping Pong can be extrapolated to the real world and to international relations.

Amani Akkoub spent the last day in Shanghai shopping for souvenirs with friends and trying street food stalls.

Margaux Reppert shares the highlights from the last full day in Shanghai - from touring the Shanghai French concession to a river cruise on Hangpu river at night.

Allan Cheng shares his excitement about playing ping pong with students from Fudan University and Shanghai University of Sports 

Emil Ivanov shares his first experience in a high speed bullet train from Beijing to Shanghai

Keane Tao capture the last day in Beijing where UVA Students climbed the Great Wall of China, explored local neighborhoods and enjoyed local delicacies.

Yihui Yap shares the excitement of UVA students as they play their first ping pong matches at Tsignhua University. 

Abigail Barr finds friendship and great sense of community while exploring palaces, meetings and state dinners.

Thomas Chia reflects on how Hong Kong has captivated him with its energy, its people, and its unique blend of tradition and modernity.

UVA Students explore Hong Kong on their first day of the course and play Ping Pong with alumni

Today’s the day!

As we ushered in the new year, we also started our J-term course Game Change: Bridging the U.S. China Divide through sport.