Harbin, China is a world away from Orono. In spite of the distance and the obvious differences between his Northern China birthplace and his current home at the University of Maine, Guanyu Jiang appreciates the similarities.
âThe dimensions of my hometown are almost the same as Maine. The climate, vegetation, and scenery are all similar,â says Guanyu, who enjoys Maineâs rural character. âCompared to the city, I prefer to live in nature.â
But before enrolling at the University of Maine, Guanyu also considered first-hand reports about the campus, the culture and the academic atmosphere. A high school teacher in China recommended UMaine to him after spending a year as a Black Bear through an international exchange program. Guanyu took his mentorâs advice to heart, and couldnât be happier with his choice.