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.
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.
U.S. Heartland China Association
Date: 11/12/2020
Time: 12:30-1:30 pm EST
Presenter: Min Fan
U.S. China Heartland China Association
Come and learn more about the USCHA and how your organization may become involved in USCHA!
Dragons in Chinese Culture
Date: 11/13/2020
Time: 5:00-6:00 pm EST
Presenter: Yi Zhou
University of Toledo
Come and join us for a session to learn about the mystery and majesty of the Chinese Dragons. Explore its origin and differences between dragons in Western culture.
Unity Through Diversity
Date: 11/13/2020
Time: 7:00 pm EST
Presenter: Mei Han
Middle Tennessee State University
Come and join us to learn about Chinese instruments and the important fundamentals of Chinese music while touring the Center for Chinese Music and Culture.
Zoom Meeting ID: 91496580445
Passcode: 812443
Buddhism and Martial Arts
Date: 11/19/2020
Time: 12:30-1:30 pm EST
Presenter: Erin Markle
University at Buffalo
Erin Markle, president of Gold Summit Martial Arts Institute, will discuss the fusion of martial arts and spiritual practices in China and the value of these practices for herself and her students.
Education in China
Date: 12/3/2020
Time: 12:30-1:30 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.