Once you have spent some time in China, you come to realize that there is no such thing as just “Chinese food”. That term only applies when you are outside of the country and usually for those who have not experienced the wide array of food choices in China. When in China, you refer to … More End-of-semester CA event: Haidilao Hotpot
On May 18th at 7pm, international students gathered in H-214 to learn about the traditional art of Chinese calligraphy. This event is held each semester by the Campus Advisor program to provide both full-time and exchange students an opportunity to try their hand at brush calligraphy. This wonderful cultural experience is prepared and sponsored by … More CA Event: Thursday Night Calligraphy Crash Course
Before coming to study law at PKU School of Transnational Law, Hannah Getachew lived in England, Canada, France, Kenya, and Beijing among several other places–so needless to say she’s quite used to living ‘abroad.’ … More Student Profile: Hannah Getachew
From the bright lights of Shenzhen to the tranquility and rich heritage offered by Yunnan, it is no wonder it is on the World Heritage List. It is always a pity that the camera is unable to capture what the naked eye is able to see. Pictures do this region no justice; the word breathtaking is not adequate to describe the province of Yunnan. An attempt has been made to guide an adventurous traveler to some of the amazing spots in Yunnan…and so let the trip begin. … More Nanyan On The Road: China’s Yunnan Province
In February, I went to “Dialogue in the Dark” in Shenzhen with my friends. One of my friends told us about the social entrepreneur, Andreas Heinecke, the founder of “Dialogue in the Dark”. Originally he worked at a radio station in his hometown Baden-Baden, Germany. One day he was asked to develop a work training for a young journalist who had lost his eyesight in a car accident. This working opportunity made Andreas and the young journalist good friends. … More Dialogue in the Dark: An Untold Perspective
Monday, May 1st is International Labor Day! As such, classes are not in session for the day. Enjoy the great weather this long weekend! … More Happy three day weekend!
A Hong Kong Victoria Harbour dinner cruise for up to 15 students, classic Chinese calligraphy written by Chancellor Wu Yundong, a home-cooked American southern-style dinner with Dean Yandle, private plane from Geneva to Cannes, Korean barbecue accompanied by Professor Kang’s piano performance at a Korean barbecue restaurant. These were just a few of the items up for auction during “Bid for a Change”, the 3rd PILF Public Interest Auction held at the new building of School of Transnational Law on April 15. … More STL Holds 2017 PILF Public Interest Auction
Eduardo Meythaler was studying business and finance at the Universidad de Los Hemisferios in Quito, Ecuador when he realized he wanted to move to China. While in school, he also worked in the finance department of a construction company whose main client was Huawei—a Chinese multinational telecommunications equipment manufacturer, which is now the world’s largest. As a result of their dealings, he decided to study Mandarin and pursue a master’s degree here in China. … More Student Profile: Eduardo Meythaler
The best way to see if you have really mastered a language is to see how much slang you can understand, and that is why both international and Chinese students gathered together on March 30th in WeSpace to learn about each other’s slang. … More Learning Chinese & English Slang: More than just a language exchange
Tomb-sweeping Day, which is also called Qingming Festival, is one of the most important festivals in China. It is around April 4th every calendar year, the fifteenth day after vernal equinox. Its history can be dated back to more than two thousand years ago, around the Spring and Autumn Era. Tomb-sweeping Day is very influential in … More Tomb-sweeping Day: The story behind Qingming Festival
The Campus Advisor (CA) Program consists of eight Chinese student leaders that push for cultural integration here at Beida by planning events for international students, assisting with daily things like language barrier issues at the bank, and just being overall friendly go-to people for any questions about China or Chinese culture. Given the nature of the program, … More New Campus Advisors: Yammy & Daniel
When in Guangdong, do as the Guangdong people do–and dim sum tops your to-do list here in Shenzhen. So on March 3rd, the Campus Advisor Program organized a dim sum trip and led a group of international students, both new exchange and full-time students, to experience the authentic Chinese culture of dim sum. A … More Saturday in Xili: Dim Sum, Bubble Tea and More
