Hi! I'm Alice (Chen Fan), from Wuhan, China. I’m currently working as an foreign affairs assistant in AI governance in at the Institute for AI International Governance of Tsinghua University (I-AIIG). I live in Beijing.

I’m truly passionate about international communication and exploring different cultures. I began learning Spanish as a hobby in 2016. I completed my master’s degree in Health Science and Sociology at Tsinghua University, graduating in June 2024.

I have a wide range of hobbies that keep me both entertained and active, including watching TV shows, reading, playing billiards, surfing, rugby, swimming, photography, ice skating, people-watching and house-watching (not a curtain-twitcher, I promise—I just have a keen interest in interior design and sociology), ballroom dancing, karaoke, and more.

In terms of personality, I’d describe myself as polite, respectful, and a bit shy at first (though if we hit it off straight away, you wouldn’t think so! My friends often don’t believe I’m actually an introvert). I’m rather nerdy (you might expect), inquisitive, open-minded, adaptable, and curious, with a strong interest in learning about people and their perspectives.

I’m always eager to engage in meaningful conversations and experience!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I joined Couchsurfing because I enjoy connecting with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. It offers a unique opportunity to experience local life and build meaningful friendships while travelling. I believe in the exchange of ideas and experiences, which can enrich my understanding of the world and foster mutual respect and understanding.

Interests

• interior design
• photography
• dancing
• sports
• international relations
• tea
• cultures
• language
• salsa
• international food
• ballroom dance

Music, Movies, and Books

Too many really!!!

Book: Harry Potter, War and Peace, One Hundred Years of Solitude, Life of Pi, Pride and Prejudice, To Kill a Mockingbird, The Kite Runner etc.

Music: Old Money, Someone Like You, Shape of You, Rolling in the Deep, Heroes etc.

Movie/TV shows: Harry Potter (Almost all British series actually), The King's Speech, Hunger Game etc.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Had a decent conversation with the guy who tried to kidnap me when I was 11 years old.

Teach, Learn, Share

Chinese? My professional area? My experience?

What I Can Share with Hosts

Chinese food, Chinese cultures, enticing stories, healthy lifestyle etc.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Peru, Singapore, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Peru