Simply put, I have heard only great things about Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU). I know of someone that graduated from this university, and he loved it. More importantly than this reason, I desire to further my Chinese language ability, and I trust that BLCU will provide the training and experience that I need. I am particularly attracted to the intensive learning courses which don't seem to be as readily offered in other locations. Lastly, there is no other city that I would rather go to for my first experience in China than Beijing.