Being an International Student During the Virus with Zeyi Yang, Columbia University Masters of Journalism Candidate

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Last Call: Special Series Dedicated to the Covid-19 Crisis

Jaeki and Jojo talk with Zeyi Yang, Wuhan native and international student at Columbia University, about his experience adjusting to online classes and not being with his family in Wuhan during lockdown. With graduation and career expo canceled, Zeyi reflects on his last semester as a Master’s candidate in Journalism and International Affairs at Columbia University. We also get into the confusing US Work Visa system that international students have to navigate as they look for a job that will support their Visa application. As a contributor of South China Morning Post, Zeyi also shares with us his thoughts on Chinese media and the future of the press in China as whistleblowers like Li Wenliang’s death lead to a large outcry for freedom of press in China. Tune in now!

Find Zeyi on this website https://www.yangzeyi.com/ and on Twitter @zeyiyang

Read some of his work:

Coronavirus: Wuhan natives in US unite to support their city during crisis - South China Morning Post

Two Gay Chinese Dads: One Long and Winding Trip to Fatherhood - Narratively.com

Overseas Chinese Students: How the coronavirus outbreak might change China in the long term - South China Morning Post

In the coming weeks, $6.99 Per Pound is going to provide you perspectives and personal stories on how Asians have been impacted by COVID-19. Make sure to subscribe to stay up-to-date with the latest drops from our special series!

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