When I was looking for suitable Chinese language program for me, I was impressed by Shandong University's tradition of summer programs attended by young people from all around the world. I have already been part of cultural exchanges and English language program and I enjoy being in multicultural community a lot. I chose to apply to Short-term language & Culture Program because I have been studying Chinese language for over a year now and I would like to improve my speaking abilities in daily life. I am keen to experience Chinese culture not only from textbooks but also from day-to-day life. My reason for studying Chinese language is next to my interest in Chinese culture that I would like to apply to English-taught course and obtain my bachelor and hopefully master degree in China. For that reason I am keen to improve my Chinese before I will attend university. Because of all those reasons I believe I am great candidate to participant of Summer Short-term language & Culture Program and I would be thrilled to bring my culture into Summer program community and get know Chinese culture and language in return.