| A defining moment in my life occurred about nine years ago. I left my junior high school in Taiwan and came to the United States to finish my education. Through the contrasts and differences I have observed and felt in my environmental switch, I have become very conscious of and interested in commmunication and language while still in Taiwan, excellent in my study of Mandarin Chinese, However, it was not until I left my language behind that I became aware of the power and importance of the aspects of life. Upon my arrival in California, I initially struggled with English, but after few years, I progressed from the ESL level and joined regular English classes. I gained confidence in my English and I also began studying Japanese. In a way, my study here has allowed me to see the huge importance of language in a person's cultural identity and in the strength of a society. I have admitted to the school (UCLA) and majoring in education. In the future, I will devote myself to the education career and contribute what I have learned to the next generation.... |
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