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August 2017
Musical Diplomacy: Globalization, Cultural Synthesis, and Music as a Diplomatic Tool
Musical Diplomacy: Globalization, Cultural Synthesis, and Music as a Diplomatic Tool took place at CIUS Center headquarters on August 8th. The event began with an introduction to the field of ethnomusicology by Dr. Kendra Salois of American University. Dr. Liu of the University of Michigan and the Central Conservatory of Music followed this with a short presentation of her own on her travels as an international dulcimer musician and cultural envoy. Both professors then sat down with Lauren Schick, Program…
Find out more »Chinese Painting Workshop
Space is limited for this special artistic workshop! Register today to create your own traditional Chinese style paintings under the guidance of a trained artist. Instructor Robert B. Bernhards has partnered with the Confucius Institute U.S. Center to teach Chinese traditional painting and writing techniques for the purpose of improving understanding between Eastern and Western cultures. Bob is working with the CIUS Center for the second time after previously instructing students in Chinese fan painting.
Find out more »Kreplach & Dim Sum: Yes, There are Jews in China! Presented by Robyn Helzner
The Confucius Institute U.S. Center is proud to partner with the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington to host an unforgettable presentation featuring lively stories, photos, video and music that celebrate the extraordinary presence of Jews in China. Register for out talk with Robyn Helzner here Robyn Helzner radiates a passion for Jewish music that captivates listeners. A leading interpreter of World Jewish Music, Robyn has appeared in concerts in Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and throughout North America. The moving story…
Find out more »November 2017
Beyond the Wall: Film Screening
On November 9, 2017 at 6:30 pm the Confucius Institute U.S. Center will host a discussion and film screening of the independent documentary film Beyond the Wall. The film tells the story of four DCPS high school students who were selected for a six-week Chinese language and culture program in Beijing in summer 2009. This opportunity was offered at no cost to the students through a partnership with Americans Promoting Study Abroad (APSA), with partial funding from the US State Department. The…
Find out more »February 2018
Chinese Philosophy through Calligraphy Exhibit
We are proud to showcase a collection of calligraphy works by Ye Huazhou, a contemporary master calligrapher who has won numerous national prizes and awards for his work. In Chinese Philosophy Through Calligraphy, his work exemplifies many different styles of work taken from centuries of artistic practice, which allows the richness of this artform to shine. We hope that the work on display here sparks an interest in Chinese traditions, and promotes cultural exchange between China and other countries. This…
Find out more »Premier Dulcimer Delegation Performance
We are proud to receive the Chinese Premier Dulcimer Delegation on February 2nd at the National Press Club. Join us for a night of music from award winning dulcimer artists. Tickets to this performance are $30 and can be requested on a first come first serve basis, and space is limited. Please reserve your seat for this performance through Eventbrite. Payment by either credit card, cash or cashier's check will be received at the National Press Club prior to the performance.
Find out more »Chinese New Year Celebration
On Friday, February 16th, Confucius Institute U.S. Center will host our annual Chinese New Year celebration. Join us for a fun and relaxing celebration of Chinese culture with food, live music, calligraphy writing, a photo booth, lantern riddles, and much more! Chinese New Year is an exciting time to foster mutual understanding through educational and cultural exchange and we hope you will join us! All are welcome.
Find out more »Raising Global Leaders: a Cross-Cultural Celebration of Music and Food from China and the African Diaspora
Confucius Institute U.S. Center is hosting Raising Global Leaders Fundraiser and Reception in partnership with Future Global Leaders China Trip. Six years ago, a group of dynamic 4 and 5-year-olds began their journey together at the award-winning Chinese immersion school, Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School in the District of Columbia. This summer, the group of now fifth-grade students will head to China, for a full immersion exchange program where they will live, attend school and experience summer camps with their…
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November 2018
CAUSE – China, Africa, United States Engagement Round Table Discussion
The Confucius Institute U.S. Center is seeking participants for our upcoming CAUSE- China, Africa, United States Engagement Round Table Discussion. CAUSE is a series of discussions that bring together prominent experts in the field of International Affairs to discuss developments in the dynamic US-China-Africa trilateral relationship.
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Dr. Monika Hoffarth-Zelloe has been a foreign language professor for more than two decades.
Douglas McDonald is a retired administrative judge from Boston, MA who has recently joined the Confucius Institute at the University of Massachusetts-Boston to tackle yet another language.
Trinity Lewis, 16 years old, attends Omaha Northwest High Magnet School.
Kayla Raden is a high school biology and chemistry teacher from New Jersey.
