Chinese Food
Date: 10/29/2020
Time: 12:30-1:15 pm EST
Presenter: Lianyu Yang
Western Michigan University
Food has been at the heart of Chinese culture for centuries. Learn about the main characteristic of Chinese Dietary and understanding Chinese Culture through Chinese food.
Chinese Characters
Date: 11/5/2020
Time: 12:30-1:15 pm EST
Presenter: Zhanguo Zheng
University of Toledo
Education in China
Date: TBD
Time: 12:30-1:15 pm EST
Presenter: Yi Wu
Western Michigan University
This lecture offers a basic introduction of the current educational model in China and answers some of the commonly asked questions about the system.
Chinese Festivals
Date: 10/1/2020
Time: 12:30-1:15 pm EST
Presenter: Zhanguo Zheng
University of Toledo
The lecture gives a brief introduction to some important festivals in China and will focus on the explanation of their agrarian origins. The traditional and modern ways for people to celebrate will be introduced, as well as cultural insights and values.
Millennial Expats
Date: 10/8/2020
Time: 12:30-1:15 pm EST
Presenter: John Brender
Wayne State University
Learn about the experiences and perceptions of 20 North American millennials who have lived in China for 4-5 years on average. Discover their personal changes and stratification of international groups in China.
U.S China Deaf School Project
Date: 10/15/2020
Time: 12:30 pm EST
Presenter: Kathryn Johnson
St. Cloud State University
Three Chinese student interns and one Chinese Visiting Scholar, all of whom are deaf, will share their experience coming to work in the U.S. and how this experience has impacted their lives.