MTSA - A little about us.
Running into questions or problems? Confused on how to actually use the MRT or trying to figure out what to do with your weekend off? Whatever the question may be, our 24/7 representatives are here to help you find the answer. All of our representatives ahve years of experience studying, living, working and knowing Taiwan, making them experts in the field.
Our representatives have written articles published in regional magazines, traveled expensively throughout the island, belong to international education associations, and have organized huge events for people to enjoy for free around Taiwan! Be confident, your representatives know their stuff.
Get to know us.
We are a company helping people bridge the ever growing gap between Western and Eastern culture. Without a doubt, Eastern languages and cultures are becoming more and more influential in the world everyday. This is a great reason to become more accustomed to the new and fascinating languages, cuisines, and cultural traditions!
We here at Mandarin Taiwan help you concur those fears of studying Mandarin and Studying abroad, all while at the same time bringing a unique cultural experience you can't get anywhere else.
We offer choices where there usually aren't any. With the ability to choose your own institution as well as your own housing options, you now can custom tailor your experience in Taiwan. We simply do not provide cookie-cutter programs here, just solidity and confidence that there is a company watching over your shoulder and taking care of the difficult things studying abroad is accompanied by.
With each one of your programs, you will get air port pick up, housing, orientation service, full semester of Mandarin courses, in-country representative support, a semester adventure trip, accident insurance coverage and departure guidance!
Mandarin Taiwan
Study Abroad
MTSA Team Memers
Chris Collins
Chris first moved to Taiwan in 2009 and studied Chinese through the NCCU program at the Chinese Language Center (CLC).
He was awarded the HuaYua Enrichment Scholarship for the year of 2009 - 2010, has won multiple awards in Mandarin Speaking Competitions in both the US and Taiwan, and currently is living in Taipei assisting MTSA students get the most out of their time in Taiwan. Chris has studied, lived, and worked in various sectors in Taiwan including those specializing in immigration and travel, and has been published in Asia regional magazines for his travel writing in Taiwan.
Chris' interests include traveling, languages, reading, playing guitar, writing, and trying new things everyday. He is a big outdoorsy person with a passion for exploring the jungles of Taiwan through hiking and trekking.
Program Director
Dr. Peterson Chen
Dr.Peterson Chen is the resident doctor serving MTSA program students. He is available 24H for diagnosis, treatment, and recovery checks.
Resident Medical Advisor
Dr. Chen has an extensive background in the medical field and work with the renowned National Taiwan University Hospital. Fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English, communication issues are non-existent and accurate diagnosis and treatments expected.
Alice Liu
Hi, I’m Alice. I love traveling. I’m a Chinese teacher, and I’m glad to help you enjoy learning mandarin in Taiwan!
我是劉羿彣。我喜歡旅行。我同時也是中文老師，而且樂意幫助來台灣學中文的學生！
Alice is currently a Masters student at National Taiwan Normal Univeristy (NTNU) working towards her degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language. She studied her undergrad in the Chinese department at National Taiwan Univeristy (NTU), and is planning several trips abroad to teach Mandarin to students in both America and Europe in the near future.
Having studied at both campuses (NTU and NTNU), Alice knows the schools neighborhoods and facilities in and out. Whether you're looking for cheap local eats, a good study spot, the gym or the library, she can point you in the right direction! Alice has had tons of experience helping students get adjusted to life here in Taiwan, and always enjoys helping people figure out even the simplest of things!
Mandarin Mentor/Peer Advisor
Alessandra Chou
Professor Alessandra is MTSA's NTNU program on campus resident academic professor for support.
Alessandra is an accredited and experienced Mandarin training professor having now taught professionally for almost a decade.
She has acheived over 13 professional training course certificates, has attended over 20 international conferences on Teaching Chinese as a foreign language and has experience teaching at all three top universities in Taiwan; National Taiwan University (NTU), National Chengchi University (NCCU), as well as National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU).
Alessandra is an amazing resource for information on all campus programs. She has instructed courses on from absolute beginners level to advanced newspaper reading and every step in between.
In her own words describing her motivation: " I love to interact with people of different culture, solve problems, face challenges, and love to teach. There are many colorful “conflicts” and challenges in my job, and counter-cultural situation is fascinating, and there’s always a new way to solve problem when I’m teaching. Since there are many possibilities in language and people, teaching methods can be variously successful as long as we are willing to try and discuss issues with students. Different kinds of achievement, that’s the reason why I love my job."
Academic Supporting Profesor
Enya
I’m 21 years old, and now studying in the Spanish department of Tamkang university. I was born and raised in Taipei.
My hobbies are music, movies, and reading, especially Japanese literature. When I was in high school i met a few exchange students, I spent time helping them with their home works, mostly translating and explaining grammar , and showing them around Taipei.
For me it was a fun experience. Now that I'm a junior , i know better about my city, how to explain our culture, and helping them in learning Chinese, so that they can enjoy their stay in Taiwan .
Mandarin Mentor/Peer Advisor
Ivy Hao
Ivy is a warm person and loves making new friends.
When she's not jogging or playing badminton, she usually enjoys going to the beach, browsing through the book store or exploring the local alleyways and night marketsIvy also enjoys reading books about education and has taught children's Chinese before, which makes her such a great teacher and mentor for MTSA students, especially those who are beginners in Chinese!
Ivy's main concern in life is just being happy everyday and meeting news friends which makes her the great student mentor she is today! Favorite Quote:"快樂過著每一天~[看近千山萬水，才知道世界之大，大不過與親愛的人的一方小天地!"
Mandarin Mentor/Peer Advisor
Kiki Huang
Kiki is responsible for the direct management of all shared housing programs in the NTNU program campus area.
She is a bubbly person and loves to be around people and meet students coming to Taiwan. Many students love Kiki for her Chinese lessons and enthusiasm about life which she always shares when she's around. Kiki is a truly amazing person and bring a smile to everyones face. Whenever you're in need or have a problem, Kiki is the go to girl!
Residential Administrator
Anoushka Roberts
Anoushka is originally from England and moved to Taiwan 5 years ago to first start her studies in Chinese and get aquainted with her heritage.
Finding it to be such a rewarding experince and great place to live, she decided to stay and make Taiwan her current home. Anoushka is a big outdoorsy person, and loves yoga, hiking, running, biking and just about any other sport you can think of. She commonly takes part in marathon's and tri-atholons held around the country, and spends most of her time training to be the best when she's not assisting students with their visa renewals.
Visa and Immigration Council
Grace Yen
Grace Yen is a third-year English major at NTNU. She likes playing the piano and reading novels.
She also enjoys outdoor activities such as biking and mountain climbing. For now, her short-term goal is to be an exchange student and go to Germany to see the world and improve her German.Grace has experience in teaching foreigners Chinese as a private tutor and enjoys seeing their progress.
She also loves to help with both the small and big questions foreign students have about life in Taiwan and introducing her country. She is also a big advocate of the Stinky Tofu（臭豆腐）, as it's her favorite food!!Grace knows all about traveling in Taiwan as well, and has been to so many places that she say's she doesn't have a favorite because "There are too many good places!".
Her favorite part about studying at NTNU is the location and neighborhood. "It's so convenient to get everywhere and the campus is right next to the famous Shida Night market, so getting something to eat is super easy and cheap!".
Mandarin Mentor/Peer Advisor
Grace Yen
Grace is in charge of the administration and well being of students in our female only dormitories.
Female Dormitory Managment
Grace tends to keep busy helping around the dorimotires, maintaining the garden, and helping students get familar with the neighborhood. A lover of liesure outdoor activities, Grace can help direct you to a number of great little getways right around campus!