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Buddhism
Guardians of the Dharma, or of the Empire?: the Nine Luohans by Zhou Xun (1649-1729)
University of Oregon Confucius Institute for Global Chinese Studies hosts a talk by Ann Wetherell on an unpublished hand scroll of Buddhist luohans
Architectural Versus Improvisational Thinking: Hut/Tent-Building Practices of Tibetan Buddhist Nuns in Post-Mao China
University of Michigan Center for Chinese Studies hosts a talk by Yasmin Ho on the implications of Buddhist monks' hut-building practices in the Post-Mao era.
The Power of “No” in Buddhist China: Refusal and Achievement in the Lives of the Monk-Artists Kuncan (1612-ca. 1675) and Hongyi (1880-1942)
University of Michigan Center for Chinese Studies hosts a talk with Raoul Birnbaum on the importance of two Buddhist monks and the importance of refusal
Journey To Dunhuang: Buddhist Art Of The Silk Road Caves
The Seattle Art Museum presents an exhibition of art inspired by the cave art along the Silk Road at Dunhuang in remote Western China.
Gateway to Himalayan Art and The Tibetan Shrine Room
The Rubin Museum of Art presents an exhibition showcasing Himalayan art and Hindu works.
Elephants Without Number
Elephants are more than just the massive, captivating creatures we admire in zoos and photographs.
Performing Mind, Writing Meditation: Dogen's Fukanzazengi as Zen Calligraphy
Indiana University's East Asian Studies Center presents a talk by Charlotte Eubanks on a manuscript by Zen Master Dogen.
Tibetan Treasures: Spiritual and Material Riches
The Asian Art Society of the Indianapolis Museum of Art is sponsoring a talk on Tibetan art.
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Featured Articles
January 4, 2024
We note the passing of many prominent individuals who played some role in U.S.-China affairs, whether in politics, economics or in helping people in one place understand the other.
Events
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 4:00pm PST
Ying Zhu looks at new developments for Chinese and global streaming services.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 4:00pm
David Zweig examines China's talent recruitment efforts, particularly towards those scientists and engineers who left China for further study. U.S. universities, labs and companies have long brought in talent from China. Are such people still welcome?