Yesterday I met with my advisers at NCCU who were more than helpful in seeking prospective interviewees. Since then I've 5 confirmed interviews spread throughout my stay here, two of which I'm preparing for now. First I'm meeting Professor Wu of the Institute for International relations - an expert on U.S.-Taiwanese relations. Next I'm having lunch with Professor Li of the NCCU Grad. Institute for Taiwanese History which will be primarily on the PRC and Cross-Straight Relations between Taiwan and the Mainland.I can't wait, the jetlag and excitement woke me at 5am (5pm in the U.S.) and I've been going over my questions all morning.
After emailing the professors on my list I swiflty sniffed out the closest 7-11 (they had one on campus) and purchased Nescafe', Toblerone and a quart of lemonade. After my small lunch of champions I made my way down to the bus stop that takes you back to the IH. I chose to ride on the wrong bus and sat back for a cheap tour round the city sans a chattering guide.
The pictures of Taipei 101 are coming soon - I need a day devoted completely to poking about the city proper.
Until then, Zai Jian
