Ghost Month Explained
By Sue Babcock It’s that time of the year, when hungry ghosts once again make their appearance in Taiwan. Each year, they leave the land […]
Cross-Cultural
Spotlight on Auction Item: Mystery Picnic from Willie’s Deli
SPOTLIGHT ON AUCTION ITEM: Mystery Picnic with Lunch from Willie’s Deli and Private Driver A driver with an Audi convertible will pick you up and […]
Newcomer Orientation
Kick start your stay in Taiwan by attending The Center’s 1.5 day Newcomer Orientation on Thursday September 22nd and Friday September 23rd. Registration required, sign […]
Building bridges and creating community through art and music
Art, in essence, is a community endeavor. It provides a vital connection to others by reminding us of our shared humanity. Through art we […]
The Women in Conversation Conference Really Rocked
There’s no doubt about it, the March 12th Taipei Women in Conversation Conference set new standards for the future of women’s conferences in Taiwan. The […]
Beitou Museum in Full Bloom
As the spring break and long weekend approaches many of us turn our thoughts to the possibility of short trips within Asia; a sneaky beach […]
Taking a Closer Look at the Process of Counseling
What is counseling? Counseling is both a process and a journey. It’s a working relationship between two (sometimes more) people who work to make […]
A Journey Home
As a little girl, Taiwan was my happy place. I loved the scooter rides, the visits to feed the red, orange, and polka-dotted fish in […]
What’s Personal?
Cultural differences permeate our day-to-day interactions — and often we don’t even realize it. Say you are trying to get to know a new Taiwanese […]
Culture Shock
Most people have heard the term “culture shock,” but what exactly does it mean? Many people cross cultures for work, education, or family reasons. When […]