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Each week, the GW Confucius Institute will host a 1 hour Chinese conversation corner meeting led by one of our trained student tutors. No preparation is required for this – simply come ready to engage in fun and friendly conversation in Mandarin!
2017 DCPS World Language Festival
On May 13, 2017, the GW Confucius Institute joined the DCPS Global Education's Second Annual DCPS World Languages Festival. During the Festival, DCPS students, families, and community members joined together to celebrate World Language instruction across the district.
Eliot Hine Middle School International Fair
On June 2, 2017, the GW Confucius Institute provided a Chinese calligraphy demonstration at the Eliot Hine International Fair. The GW Confucius Institute was glad for the opportunity to join this year's event.
Phelps High School Culture Day
On June 12, 2017, the GW Confucius Institute provided a Chinese calligraphy demonstration at the first annual Phelps High School Culture Day.
Teaching Chinese Paper Cutting to Columbia Heights Educational Campus Summer Program
On June 27, 2017 the GW Confucius Institute collaborated with the DC Public School system for their summer school educational program for ESL students at the Columbia Heights Educational Campus. Our very own Yang Yanyan Laoshi gave a presentation on the traditional art of paper cutting and the Chinese zodiac, teaching the students the different years, animals and meanings.
The Power of the Pen: Arabic Calligraphy from East to West
On Friday, April 21, the George Washington University hosted a lecture with 3 famous artists who discussed the art of calligraphy in their specific languages and provided a brief demonstration of Arabic, Chinese "Sini" and Spanish calligraphy.
2017 Summer Tour of China
China’s Ancient Capitals
For the purpose of promoting the learning of Chinese language and culture, the George Washington University Confucius institute sponsored a group of students from the GW Confucius Institute as well as students from the university to take a tour in China from May 24 to June 7. The tour visited historically and culturally significant locations in Nanjing, Beijing and Xi'An. During the trip, participants had the opportunity to experience many aspects of culture firsthand.
Harmony and Peace in Calligraphy
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Third Symposium on Teaching Chinese as a Second Language
Harmony and Peace in Calligraphy
On Tuesday, June 13, 2017, The GW Confucius Institute will invite Professor ZHOU Bin, Director of China Calligraphy Education & Psychology Research Center, to present during this interactive lecture and workshop on Chinese calligraphy. The topic of the lecture is: Harmony and Peace in Calligraphy. This two-part event will include a 30 minute lecture, followed by 20-30 minutes for a demonstartion and audience participation.
Join the Fun!
Each week, the GW Confucius Institute will host a 1 hour Chinese conversation corner meeting led by one of our trained student tutors. No preparation is required for this – simply come ready to engage in fun and friendly conversation in Mandarin!
Third Symposium on Teaching Chinese as a Second Language
On Sunday, May 7, 2017 The George Washington University in collaboration with the Nanjing University Institute for International Students hosted our Third Annual Symposium on Teaching Chinese Language and Culture in the Era of All-Media. This year's theme was on Teaching Chinese Language and Culture in the Era of All-Media. Guest speakers from around the world came to the symposium to speak on different issues related to using technology in the Chinese classroom.
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乔治·华盛顿大学孔子学院
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