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US-China Student Summit (USCSS) in Beijing
US-China Student Summit is a two-day event that brought Chinese and US college students together for various activities, including travel to Chinese cities, speeches, campus visits to Chinese universities and small-group discussions.
Prior to the summit, delegations explored Shanghai and Beijing, for cultural experiences, visits to local businesses and school tours for 10 days.
The trip was organized and partially funded by the 100,000 Strong Foundation which encourages students of diverse backgrounds from across the country to learn Mandarin and study in China and WorldStrides, a private company that organizes student tours.
Outcomes:
The program's goal is to offer chances for US undergraduate college students to "open up to China", said Jim Creighton, the senior vice-president of WorldStrides. He added: "100,000 Strong is not only looking for students who already have an interest in China and have learned Chinese, but also to spark interest in students who might not consider China as a first choice when it comes studying abroad."
Government?:
No
Type of Exchange:
culture
education/science
Partners:
100
000 Strong Foundation
WorldStrides
Sponsor(s):
100
000 Strong Foundation
Participants (Types):
students
Exchange Date:
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Continuing:
No
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Location:
Beijing, China
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