My name is Xueqi Zhang, but you can call me Charlotte. I hail from Yangquan City in Shanxi province, China, a place known for its anthracite coal production. Growing up there, I spent a lot of time with my grandparents, creating cherished memories. For my undergraduate studies, I earned my Bachelor of Science from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHKSZ). During my time there, I was greatly influenced by a Greek professor who taught social psychology and group psychology. My academic interests lie at the intersection of communication, politics, and psychology, particularly how social media and policy impact mental health and decision-making. During my master’s journey, I aim to delve deeper into these topics and contemplate pursuing a PhD in the future. Outside of academics, I enjoy swimming, a hobby I picked up from my undergraduate roommate. Although I’m only proficient in the breaststroke, I’m eager to learn more styles and make use of Duke’s impressive facilities. I also plan to hit the gym regularly, even though I’m a beginner, and would love to have workout buddies. I’m an animal lover and have a cat named Stock, who is staying with my parents back in China. I miss him dearly and hope to connect with fellow animal enthusiasts here. Additionally, I’m a novice cook, striving to improve my skills. If anyone has tips or recipes to share, I’d love to learn from you. Looking forward to connecting with you all!
Preferred Name: Xueqi or Charlotte
Please share the title of a book you’ve recently enjoyed and would recommend to your GLS colleagues. Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
What movie or television show that you watched recently would you recommend to the rest of us? Criminal Minds
Coming to the Duke GLS program, I hope to engage with diverse perspectives, collaborate with passionate peers, and explore interdisciplinary approaches to address real-world challenges.
We’re going to make a GLS 2024 playlist on Spotify. Please recommend a song to include that speaks to how YOU feel as you embark on this new learning journey. It could be something that you’re listening to a lot now or a longtime favorite that captures the moment for you.
Hello by Adele
