Jane Tu, a native of Taipei, Taiwan, is instructor of piano, Chinese language and culture, and public speaking. In 1982, she was a visiting scholar in Japan. From 1984-1988, she served as instructor of Chinese Culture at the University of Taiwan. In 2009, she completed a program in Taiwan Tea Studies. "The tea ceremony is a part of Chinese culture that provides people with a sense of tranquility, proper social etiquette, and the appreciation of the art of ceremony." In addition, Jane has served as a Chinese language instructor for thirteen years, working with children to strenthen not only their language skills, but also an understanding of Chinese culture through instruction in Chinese folk dance.