Appreciating Poetry with the Community: Two Community Outreach Events through Classical Chinese Poetry
The UBC Chinese Language Program (CLP) not only offers a wide range of courses on the poetic corpuses, but also extends its reach to wider learning communities through the literary resonance of classical Chinese poems.
Cross-University Community Building via Singing: A Recap of the 2021 BC Chinese Bridge Mandarin Singing Contest
The 2021 BC Chinese Bridge Mandarin Singing Contest, organized by the UBC Chinese Language Program (CLP), drew a successful conclusion in December 2021.
Event Recap – Asian Studies 60th Anniversary Celebration (December 6)
2021 marks the 60th anniversary of the Department of Asian Studies, one of deep cultural significance in a variety of Asian societies. On December 6th, the Department hosted a celebration in honour of this milestone.
An Edutaining Night for Mandarin Learners: Recapping the “2021 Online Game Night” at the Chinese Language Program
Education through entertainment, or edutainment, has become an increasingly important learning method for students to grasp a foreign language. During the process of language learning, it is pivotal that students enjoy their learning experiences and get motivated to achieve goals in relaxing contexts.
A Panel to Their Heart: Promoting Mental Wellness among Heritage Mandarin Learners
This October, the CLP hosted a panel titled “A Panel to Your Heart: Promoting Mental Wellbeing of Heritage Mandarin Learners” for heritage Mandarin learners and their family members in acknowledgement of these learners’ unique mental health challenges.
Happy 60th Anniversary UBC Asian Studies – Photo Challenge Event
In celebration of its 60th anniversary this year, the Department of Asian Studies at UBC invites all UBC students and alumni to participate in the Happy 60th Anniversary UBC Asian Studies Photo Challenge Event! Students and alumni will have the opportunity to visit various Asia-related locations on the UBC campus and win a prize from UBC Asian Studies Department Merchandise
A Creative and Interactive Mid-Autumn Celebration: Recapping the “2021 Virtual Mooncake Maker with Your Own Works” Event
This year, to create an immersive experience of both the Mid-Autumn Festival and its associated food cultures online, the UBC Chinese Language Program held the “2021 Virtual Mooncake Maker with Your Own Works” event.
Cultivating Dedication in the Chinese Language Program: The 2021 Volunteer and TAWL Training Workshop Recap
This year, the Chinese Language Program held its annual Volunteer and TAWL Training Workshop on Saturday, September 11.
Event Recap: UBC Heritage Language Teaching Workshop
The UBC Heritage Language Workshop was held on August 19-20, 2021, featuring 14 talks by UBC scholars representing various departments and units across campus, and attracted 140 registered participants from Canada, the US, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and beyond.
W2020/21 Lecture Series Recap – Alireza Ahmadian Lectures in Iranian and Persianate Studies
The W2020/21 series ran from September 2020 up until July 2021, with a total of 17 lectures all held online via Zoom.