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UH China Study Abroad Program Group at the Wild Goose Pagoda

UH China Study Abroad Program Group at the Great Wall, Beijing.

WHAT IS THE CHINA LEARNING ABROAD PROGRAM? The China Learning Abroad Program is a 2-week educational and cultural study program designed to provide an opportunity to learn about the Chinese culture, history, education, politics, philosophy, economics, and government through lectures, workshops, cultural events, and social activities in Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai China. Registered UH students are eligible for 3-6 hours of UH credit from this study.

LECTURES AT CHINESE UNIVERSITIES, SCHOOLS AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS The group will take lectures and engage in academic activities from the following schools and institutions: The Central Nationalities in Beijing, Beijing Normal University, Xi’an Foreign Affairs University, Northwest University, China East Normal University as Shanghai University of Politics and Law.

COST The program cost is TBD plus roundtrip airfare between Houston and Beijing (at a group discount rate). This fee includes hotels in Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, transportation (train and airplane) within China, and admission fees to tourist sites and music/art performances. A non-refundable application fee of $50 is due before the Center will accept an application. Registered UH students are eligible to apply for an International Education Fund Scholarship at the Learning Abroad Office.

WEEKEND TOURIST TRAVEL Aside from the educational and academic value of this program, we offer our students with opportunities to visit national and historical treasures in China, including the following sites:

The Great Wall Ming Tombs The Temples of Heaven Forbidden City

Summer Palace Waterfront Band Oriental Pearl Tower Shanghai Yu Gardens

Terra Cotta Warriors Grand Mosque Wild Goose Pagoda Ancient City Wall

WHO CAN APPLY FOR THIS PROGRAM? All UH students, faculty, and staff, as well as interested community members are welcome to join the program.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE CHINA LEARNING ABROAD PROGRAM Interested participants must submit an application to the Asian American Studies Center. The following requirements must be met before travel: Submission of a completed application form and $50 Non-Refundable Application Fee Submission of a valid passport and a $140 visa application fee for entry to China Submission of the program cost before April 12, 2018 Hepatitis A & B vaccines are recommended before travel Submission of all applicable fees required before leaving for China.

CONTACT INFORMATION THE ASIAN AMERICAN STUDIES CENTER 452 FARISH HALL HOUSTON, TX 77204-5874

Tel: (713) 743-9863 or Tel: (713) 743-4982 Fax: (713) 743-9836 www.uh.edu/aasc

CHINA LEARNING ABROAD PROGRAM 2018 SUMMER I

COURSES

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

CUST 2300 Introduction to Asian American Studies: Global Education in China

Instructor: Dr. Yali Zou

CUST 4300 Asian American Cultures and Communities: Chinese People, Chinese Cultures and Chinese Society

Instructor: Dr. Yali Zou

GRADUATE COURSES

CUST 8378 Current Issues in Education: Global Education in China Instructor: Dr. Yali Zou

ELCS 8338 Administration of Higher Education in Multicultural Settings: Global Leadership of Higher Education in China

Instructor: Dr. Yali Zou

APPLICATION 2018 – PAGE 1 OF 2

The Asian American Studies Center University of Houston

China Learning Abroad Program

Complete and return to the Asian American Studies Center, University of Houston, 452 Farish Hall, Houston, TX 77204 $50 non-refundable application fee payable to UH AASC

Deadline: April 12, 2018

PLEASE PROVIDE NAME AS IT APPEARS ON YOUR PASSPORT/BIRTH CERTIFICATE OR GREEN CARD:

Last Name: _______________________ First Name: ___________________________

Date of Birth: _______ Gender: Male ______Female _____

Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________

City: _____State: _Zip: HM Phone: __________

WK Phone: __Cell Phone: ___E-Mail: __________

Permanent Address: _________________________________________________________

City: State: Zip: Phone: _______________

Emergency Contact : Name:_______________________ Phone:______________________

Race or Ethnic Origin (optional):_________________________________________________

Country of Citizenship: __________

Texas Residency Status: Resident __________ Non-Resident __________

UH Student Status: _____Undergraduate _____Graduate

Research Interest: ________________

APPLICATION 2018 – PAGE 2 OF 2

Language Proficiency (list languages and level of fluency): ________________________________________________________________________________

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Please list any prior study or travel abroad experience: ________________________________________________________________________________

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Please briefly state why you would like to learning abroad and what you hope to gain from this experience: ________________________________________________________________________________

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ASIAN AMERICAN STUDIES CENTER THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

CHINA LEARNING ABROAD PROGRAM

Contract of Agreement and Medical Release Form

The Asian American Studies Center’s 2018 China Learning Abroad Program is a University of Houston-sponsored educational program designed to provide University of Houston’s faculty, students, and staff, as well as Houston community members with opportunities to explore and study Chinese culture, history, philosophy, language, education, and economic development in China. I, _______________________________________, understand that as a representative of the University of Houston in China, I am to abide by the rules and regulations as stated in the China Learning Abroad Handbook and follow all university guidelines and procedures as outlined by the University of Houston Systems Administration. I also understand that any form of behavior deemed inappropriate during this visit is subject to disciplinary action by the University of Houston upon our return to the United States. In any and all cases of misconduct or non-compliance of program requirements while in China, the student may be subject to disciplinary actions which include, but may not be limited to, early expulsion from the learning abroad program, non-eligibility for course credit from the University of Houston, and ineligibility from participation in future learning abroad programs sponsored by the Asian American Studies Center. I, _______________________________________, understand that neither the University of Houston nor the Asian American Studies Center will be held liable for any accidents or cases of physical negligence for the duration of our travel to, from, and throughout China May 21, 2018 – June 3, 2018. _______________________________________ ________________________ Participant’s Signature Date _______________________________________ ________________________ Asian American Studies Center Representative Date