Senior international business major Emily Seratch '19 tried to prepare for the culture shock awaiting in China. Even though she prepped as much as possible prior to studying abroad, there are several small cultural differences she has noticed while spending time in Dalian. One unexpected cultural difference is tying a knot. When ordering takeout, Emily... Continue Reading →
Going Abroad as an International Business Major: Nothing but Gains
Choosing a major is an important decision upon entering college. For senior international business major Emily Seratch '19, the choice was a no brainer. As an international business major, students at Elizabethtown College are required to study abroad for a semester. After two years of cultural classes leading up to her abroad experience, Emily reflected... Continue Reading →
Unplugged: Life in China
Emily Seratch '19 is a senior international business major with a concentration in finance. She spent her fall 2017 semester abroad in Dalian, China. Studying abroad in China provides some challenges for phone addicts: social media is blocked. In addition to a lack of social media, all information sharers including Google and YouTube are blocked... Continue Reading →