On September 29, 2024, the USC U.S.-China Institute hosted a workshop at the Huntington’s Chinese garden, offering K-12 educators hands-on insights into using the garden as a teaching tool. With expert presentations, a guided tour, and new resources, the event explored how Chinese gardens' rich history and cultural significance can be integrated into classrooms. Interested in learning more? Click below for details on the workshop and upcoming programs for educators.
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Pacific Rim Collaboration Earns Grant
A team of faculty members from USC College and the USC Marshall School of Business has received a three-year grant through the inaugural USC Research Collaboration Fund for Pacific Rim studies.
Jean-Pierre Bardet Visits Quake Region
Professor Jean-Pierre Bardet, chair of the Sonny Astani Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering, was part of a U.S. delegation visiting the mountainous terrain of Sichuan Province in western China in August.
A Tale of Two Mao Genes Released in Beijing
The University of Southern California released a Chinese version of its interactive multimedia educational software for popularized science on July 7th, 2009 at China's Tsinghua University.
Nation Branding at the Shanghai Expo
Prof. Jay Wang of the USC Center on Public Diplomacy and the USC US-China Institute is carrying out research on nation branding efforts at Expo 2010.
A Grand Performance in Beijing
Zhou Tian, a student at USC's Thorton School of Music, had his piece "The Grand Canal Symphonic Suite" performed by the Hangzhou Philharmonic Orchestra in Beijing, China. Additionally, the piece was viewed by a nationally televised audience to commemorate China's 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic.
Picture Your Relationship to the Boss
The Brain and Creativity Institute recently researched different cultural approaches to viewing pictures. The study looked at both American and Chinese traditions.
Bringing Little Movies to Big China
USC School of Cinematic Arts professor Jason Squires recently traveled to China and lectured on "The Commercial Operation of the Movie Business."
School of Social Work Launches Human Services Clearinghouse in China
The USC School of Social Work and the Chinese Cochrane Center have launched the first online clearinghouse for human services professionals and policy makers in China, seeking easy access to culturally relevant social work practices.
Tang Elected Fellow of Leading Academy
Shui-yan Tang, who has written extensively on administration, governance, and non-governmental organizations in China, was elected to the National Academy of Public Administration. Much of Tang's current work focuses on addressing China's environmental issues.
Midori Goto held concert at the Beijing Concert Hall – Oct 16
Midori Goto performs at the Beijing International Music Festival.
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