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NEWS & EVENTS

Xiahe in the Fall

Staying in Xiahe in the colder season added a beautiful, if bracing, layer to the experience. Xiahe County, located in the Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Gansu province, China, borders Qinghai province to the west. Upon arriving at the Baoma Hotel, where I stayed for two nights, I was greeted by crisp air and temperatures that hovered near freezing.

Xi’an as The Palette of Life

“If you want to witness China’s 500-year history, go to Beijing. If you want to witness China’s 2000-year history, go to Xi’an,” stated my tour guide. When I landed in Xi’an after a lengthy overnight trip, I was greeted with a steaming breath of summery wind in the midst of a gorgeous, blossoming metropolitan surroundings.

TBC Hosts AJCU-AP CEOs Meeting 2024

From August 25 to 28, 2024, The Beijing Center for Chinese Studies (TBC) hosted the AJCU-AP Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) Meeting 2024 in Beijing, China.

Painting Snuff Bottles in the Beijing Hutongs as an American 

Painting snuff bottles was one of the most unexpectedly enjoyable experiences I’ve had in China. Many of the excursions and activities I have been able to do through TBC are very famous, like the Forbidden City or the Summer Palace, so I have known what to expect and to be excited for.

TBC Welcomes Fall Semester Students

This week, TBC was pleased to welcome Fall Semester students Mars, Jen, and Thomas! We are thrilled to have them join us this fall as they embark on an exciting academic journey in Beijing.

Xavier High School Faculty’s Cultural Experience at TBC

The Beijing Center is thrilled to have hosted Xavier High School faculty members Headmaster Kim, history educator Edward, Fr. Spinale, assistant professor at Fordham University, and alumnus James and his wife Penny during their week-long visit to Beijing.

ChinaContact: Loyola Marymount University 

During their trip to Beijing, students and a professor from Loyola Marymount University (LMU) immersed themselves in the rich history and vibrant culture of China. From exploring iconic landmarks like Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to taking part in traditional activities like tea ceremonies and dumpling-making, every moment brought them closer to understanding the heart of Chinese heritage.