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2023大三出國輔導通報系統 - 留學心得報告[編輯]

英文 410810260 　張志墉　　留學學校：賓州印第安那大學

(一)基本資料

Indiana university of Pennsylvania, PA, Indiana, 2023.08-2024.05, Photography etc.(9字)

(二)課程學習

【照片說明：asking a cool grandpa if I can take photos of him and his jaguar e type】

My favorite course of all has been Beginner Photography. This class opened up a whole new world for me, allowing me to delve into the intricacies of operating a digital camera and exploring various ways to express my artistic vision through the lens. The journey of learning about photography has been nothing short of exhilarating. I've had a longstanding interest in photography and film, but this course truly ignited my passion and provided me with the skills to bring my creative ideas to life. One of the key elements I learned in this class was the importance of composition. Understanding different techniques, such as the "rule of thirds" and "framing," significantly transformed how I approach my shots. The rule of thirds taught me to visualize my images in a way that draws the viewer's eye and creates balance, while framing allowed me to use elements in the environment to enhance the subject. These techniques helped me create images that not only pop but also tell a story. It’s fascinating how small adjustments in composition can drastically affect the overall impact of a photograph. In addition to technical skills, the course also imparted a lesson I hadn't anticipated: the value of patience. Photography often requires waiting for the perfect moment to capture an image. Whether it's waiting for the right light, a fleeting expression, or a unique interaction in a scene, I learned that patience can be a photographer’s greatest asset. This newfound appreciation for waiting has enriched my creative process, encouraging me to observe my surroundings more closely and to anticipate the perfect shot rather than rushing to capture everything at once. Overall, Beginner Photography has been a transformative experience, merging technical skill with artistic expression and instilling a deeper understanding of both the medium and myself. I now approach photography not just as a hobby, but as a profound form of storytelling that requires both precision and mindfulness. (321字)

(三)生活環境

【照片說明：me at the front gate】

The campus is a lot bigger compare to Tamkang uni. Don't even get me started on the dining hall. The dining hall is basically having hotel breakfast buffet experience EVERYDAY! The pancakes the breakfast sausages are some of my favorites. Sometimes they'll have special dinner for us, from taco Tuesdays or 80's themed dinner party to Steak nights. There aren't a lot of restaurants around campus. My guilty please was late night taco bell. Ordering ,y favorite cheese steak burrito combo late at night will be a core memory for me. Also I finally tried popeyes chicken sandwich. It was amazing! I may not gained a lot of knowledge through this year's experience but I sure gained a lot of weight. Speaking of gaining a lot of weight I actually started going to the gym because of it. I never went to the gym before so it was quite intimidating to try it the first time. The school gym is pretty massive. It had all the equipment necessary to get in good shape. The weather in PA, Indiana is pretty cold as you probably guessed. Especially, comparing to Taiwan. Even though is cold I actually enjoyed the cold a lot. I love looking at snow falling off the sky. It also meant I get to wear a lot of clothes which I enjoyed a lot. Overall, I enjoyed the enviroment around the campus. It was a little too inconvient to my liking, I didn't have a car or a bike to get around. Wanting to visit other states was a hard thing to do because America is just too big. Even going to the nearest supermarket is a hustle. Anyways, looking pass all that I still really enjoyed my time there.(291字)

(四)自我成長

【照片說明：delicious burger at the restaurant】

I didn't really have any culture shock if I'm being honest. The thing that shocked me the most is probably the price of the food there. Just a burger or something could cost over 10 dollars easily. I'm a pretty introverted person. In the US, most people are a lot more out going than us. Strangers often greet you on the street. Store clerks also greets you when you're at the register. I like this kind of vibe. it also helped me to be a little more outgoing than I was before. Oh! I remembered one time me and my roommate went to a restaurant down the street. We discovered it during winter vacation and we loved the food there. We went the about four times until one day. we had our dinner and paid. the owner of the restaurant approached us and asked how the meal went. We said it was great. Then he asked why didn't tip the waiters. We were scolded by the owner and I gave him 10 dollars. We never went to the restaurant again. It was a misunderstanding because we've always thought we've already tipped the waiters. Anyways, that was definitely an experience I'll never forget.(200字)

(五)大三出國建議

There's not much advise I will give. A lot of things you should experience it you self to find out. I'll make sure to actually talk to more locals if i have another opportunity though. This is probably your only chance to be able to live at a foreign country for a long time. try to get out of your comfort zone and experience things you can't experience in Taiwan. try to make new friends and join parties or game nights. And maybe get a bike or something because it's definitely to get to places.(95字)

(六)其他

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【照片說明：Ford mustang 1970 (i took this photo)】

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