Baylor I5 Program
1. Should I pack a suit for the final presentation?2. What should I carry?
3. What size suitcase should I bring?
4. Should you pack toiletries or other small items?
5. Do I really need a Chinese-English pocket dictionary?
6. Should I bring business cards?
7. Should I bring gifts for my Chinese teammates?
8. Do I need to bring enough money for food?
9. Should I pack a suit for the final presentation?
Baylor I5 Program
1. Should I pack a suit for the final presentation?
You do not need a suit, necessarily, unless you would prefer to bring one. At a minimum, nice pants and a jacket (this works for both males and females, although females could opt for a skirt). Men do not have to wear a tie. If you want a tie, you can buy one in China. Remember, also, that you will have a chance to have a suit tailored for you, if you like. If you do this early in the trip, your suit will be ready for the final presentation. Although a tailored suit from Shanghai will be cheaper than one purchased in the U.S., it will still be $150 or higher, depending on the selected fabric, etc.
2. What should I carry?
The map and directions for the hotel in Shanghai, credit card, and your HTH insurance card. For identification, all you need is your passport and it would be nice if your credit card had your photo on it (but thats not required). Some places offer student discounts, so your Baylor ID might be useful in those circumstances. You can bring your Baylor ID and your drivers license, but neither are required.
3. What size suitcase should I bring?
We recommend one bag, either a regular suitcase or a duffel bag on wheels that is larger than a carry-on, but still easily handled.
4. Should you pack toiletries or other small items?
Students should buy most items when they arrive in China. These types of items are inexpensive and not packing them will help reduce the amount of luggage. Although, two items that can be tough to find are deodorant and lotion.
5. Do I really need a Chinese-English pocket dictionary?
This is optional equipment.
6. Should I bring business cards?
This is a great idea, but not a requirement (you can easily print your own, and your Chinese colleagues will appreciate getting the information).
7. Should I bring gifts for my Chinese teammates?
This is also a great idea, but make sure they are small ($1-$2). You might want to pick up some Texas souvenirs and have them on hand to give your project teammates. Be sensitive however, your colleagues will be honor-bound to return the favor, and for some students, that might be a significant financial burden.
8. Do I need to bring enough money for food?
Part of the fee included in the program was to cover food. The meals will already be arranged for you. However, if you feel you might want to eat something other than the food arranged or if you want snacks, then bring extra money for food.
9. Should I pack a suit for the final presentation?
You do not need a suit, necessarily, unless you would prefer to bring one. At a minimum, nice pants and a jacket (this works for both males and females, although females could opt for a skirt). Men do not have to wear a tie. If you want a tie, you can buy one in China. Remember, also, that you will have a chance to have a suit tailored for you, if you like. If you do this early in the trip, your suit will be ready for the final presentation. Although a tailored suit from Shanghai will be cheaper than one purchased in the U.S., it will still be $150 or higher, depending on the selected fabric, etc.
