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.
Politics
Pivot to Asia? U.S. Policy in Asia Under the Trump Administration
This conference by the RAND Corporation brings together experts from China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, and the United States to examine the future of U.S. relations with the Asia Pacific—focusing on climate change, economic ties, national security, and human rights. Former head of U.S. Pacific Command, Admiral Samuel J. Locklear III, will deliver the keynote address.
The Rule of Mandates: How China Governs Over Law and Democracy
The speaker will present evidence that China uses a distinctive form of governing, what she calls a "rule of mandates" in contrast to a rule of law.
China from a U.S. Policy Perspective
Please join the USC U.S.-China Institute for a book talk with Eric Heikkila to look at how the rise of China alters the context in which the broad spectrum of policies in the United States should be assessed.
Speech and Media Freedom - New Lessons of the Umbrella Revolution
The Weatherhead East Asian Institute at Columbia University will host Margaret Ng for a talk on the implications of the Umbrella Revolution for media and free speech.
Social Welfare under Authoritarianism: The Politics and Policy of Social Health Insurance in China
The Center for the Study of Contemporary China presents a talk by postdoctoral fellow Xian Huang.
Paul, ed., The China-India Rivalry in the Globalization Era, 2018
T.V. Paul's edited book was reviewed by Jabin T. Jacob for the history of diplomacy discussion list. It is republished here via Creative Commons license.
CCCI: Access to Elite Education, Wage Premium and Social Mobilty: The Truth and Illusion of China's College Entrance Exam
The Cornell Contemporary China Initiative Lecture Series, featuring interdisciplinary talks by scholars on issues in China today, runs every Monday this semester. This talk will be presented by Professor Ruixue Jia, Assistant Professor of Economics, School of Global Policy & Strategy, UC San Diego
Festschrift in Honor of John E. Wills, Jr.
This event is dedicated to the remarkable career of Professor Emeritus John "Jack" E. Wills, Jr. and the contributions he has made to the academic field in History and to the University of Southern California. Friends, colleagues, and students of Professor Wills will present articles and papers related to his research, leading to a publication in his honor.
What happens in the wombs under the dome? Air pollution in China and fetal development and birth outcomes
University of Pennsylvania Center for the Study of Contemporary China hosts a discussion with Zhao Qingguo on the impact of air pollution on fetal development in China.
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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?