At the time of my acceptance into the University of Virginia I had no previous exposure to either the Chinese language or Chinese culture; thus, to say that I was a little nervous on my first day of class is an understatement. However, many of my apprehensions were relieved upon my acquaintance with professor Tseng. Her patience and unique teaching style brings both confidence and anticipation to the classroom, making many complicated concepts of the language appear conquerable. Furthermore, during her teachings, she often incorporates traditions in Chinese culture. Discussions and explanations included in professor Tseng's daily teachings prepare any student traveling to China in a way that no ordinary language class is capable of imitating.