Happy Lunar New Year from the USC US-China Institute!
Tibet
Tibet, Its Land and People
The China Society of Southern California hosts a presentation that offers a snapshot of Tibet in transition.
Sacred Music Sacred Dance for World Healing
Robed in magnificent costumes and playing traditional Tibetan instruments, the Drepung Loseling monks will perform ancient temple music and dance i
Free Screening of "Tibet in Song" (2008, Tibet)
"Tibet in Song" (2008, Tibet) Directed by Ngawang Choephel
Infinite Light: A Photographic Meditation on Tibet
Contestation and Adaptation: The Politics of National Identity in China
Please join the USC U.S.-China Institute for a discussion with Professor Enze Han of the University of London on the way five major ethnic minority groups - Uyghurs, Chinese Koreans, Dai, Mongols, and Tibetans - in China negotiate their national identities with the Chinese nation-state.
To a Mountain in Tibet
Colin Thubron will talk about his book on Mount Kailas at the Asia Society in New York City.
Essential Tibetan Buddhism, And Its Context In Tibet And The World
Tibet House US presents Professor Robert Thurman, leading a short intensive course in two sets of three and four classes. In February he will be introducing the basic concepts and practices of the tradition called “Tibetan Buddhism,” offering a glimpse into the advanced arts and sciences of the tradition; in April, he will be focusing on a study of the present global expansion of the tradition.
The Dalai Lama and His People
The Tibet House in New York City presents an exhibition showcasing Don Farber's photographs of His Holiness the Dalai Lama across a 30-year span.
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Featured Articles
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
Ying Zhu looks at new developments for Chinese and global streaming services.
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?