Feeling like an outsider in one's surroundings can be daunting for anyone. Whether it's a red-haired American girl trying to explore her Chinese roots or a 17th century Chinese woman trying to rise above the isolation of village life, learning about one's heritage is an essential part of developing a strong sense of self. On the next episode of "Conversations From Penn State," best-selling author Lisa See, who is one-eighth Chinese, discusses how her writing, travel and research has affected the way she views herself and the world around her. The show will air on WPSU-TV at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 15. It also will air on the Big Ten Network at noon on Monday, July 19, and at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27. The show also can be viewed at http://conversations.psu.edu/ online.