Student Engagement

The Beijing Center serves as a conduit where undergraduate and graduate students are engaged in a variety of programs, services, and activities that broaden their horizons in and outside of the classroom and enrich their academic, social, and professional growth.

To cater to the needs of our diverse student body, the Center's student engagement program offers exciting opportunities to turn program ideas into reality, gain valuable career connections, and fulfill unlimited potential.

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WE'RE HERE TO ENRICH YOUR GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

The Center provides ongoing support for any student or student organization planning to engage the larger campus and regional community through a wide range of services, such as program development, event operation, local transaction, media management, and community engagement.

 

Schedule a virtual or in-person meeting with us to discuss any ideas, questions, or requests you may have via email [email protected].

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Program Development

A program idea can be turned into a reality with our instructions and the assistance. 

Previous: Urban China Initiative

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Event Operation

We can assist you in managing your events more efficiently by utilizing standard procedures and vendor pools.

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Local Transaction

As a local entity, we will be able to help you deal with administrative compliance checks, procurement and transactions in China.

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Media Management

You can take advantage of our vast network of regional media outlets to gain better exposure for your work.

Notion of Sacrifice
Student Seminar: Lessons from 'Notion of Sacrifice' in COVID-19 Responses in East Asia

The discussion invited three leading scholars from China and South Korea to share and exchange their insightful perspectives on the application of “sacrifice spirit” to the COVID-19 responses in East Asian countries, and how it differs from that of the West.

SIPA Forum
Columbia China and the World Forum

Organized by the Greater China Student Union at Columbia SIPA, this annual forum in 2021 featured 29 distinguished speakers with more than 9,000 online participants.

CCF
Columbia China Forum

For the first time, Columbia undergraduate students built a platform for constructive dialogue between the U.S. and China, engaging in meaningful discussions and generating advice on issues of mutual importance.

CCBC
Columbia China Business Conference

Organized by the Greater China Society of Columbia Business School, this annual conference is one of the most influential China-related student business conferences in North America.

US-China Education Forum
US-China Education Forum

Organized by the Teachers College China Society, the forum has served as a hub for scholars and practitioners from different countries to exchange their ideas and insights about current academic development and future educational trends.

Student Drama Forum & Workshop
Student Drama Forum & Workshop

This two-day event, organized by Columbia Blue Glaze Theatre Society, provided a platform for students who are interested in drama to communicate, perform, and learn from professionals.

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Columbia China Psychology Forum
Columbia China Psychology Forum

Organized by the International Student Psychology Association at Teachers College, the forum invited scholars, psychologists, and leading figures in the field of psychology from the U.S. and China to share how to maintain a balanced and healthy state of mind during an epidemic.

LOCAL ORIENTATION AND NETWORKING

TRANSITIONING TO LOCAL COMMUNITY

The Center facilitates student and alumni's study, research, and exchange in the region through our vast partner networks. We help Columbia members immerse themselves in the culture and life of East Asia, create meaningful and impactful global engagement, and dive deep into regional diversity.

      

 

THRIVING IN CAMPUS COMMUNITY

Over the summer, the Center hosts send-off parties and networking events to make the transition of incoming students to life at Columbia University and New York City as smooth as possible. Students will have a unique chance to learn more about campus life, make new connections with peers, and explore tremendous resources and opportunities provided by the Global Centers during and after their time at the University.

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Career Opportunities
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Startup Incubation
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Bilingual Column with ISSO

VIDEO LIBRARY

Halloween
Students and Alumni Halloween Gathering in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen
Skyler Standridge Interview
From Classroom to Real-Life Connections: My Summer Abroad Journey Sheds New Light on U.S.-China Relations
From Classroom to Real-Life Connections: My Summer Abroad Journey Sheds New Light on U.S.-China Relations
Lucas Aramburu Interview
From New York to Shanghai: My Internship Experience in China is Life-Changing
From New York to Shanghai: My Internship Experience in China is Life-Changing
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