Activities for Chengdu, China

Students are welcome to participate in all university activities, including sports and events, as well as city-wide activities in the community—celebrations for the Chinese New Year, annual conventions, and special events. Informal social events are also planned, including meals out as a group and other outings throughout the city. These activities are optional and usually only have a nominal expense (for example, the price of a meal).

Cultural Immersion Opportunities

• Participate in an internship during the semester
• Practice Chinese with new friends and language partners or volunteer at the English/Chinese Corner
• Join in and help at “senior citizen college” in workshops that include music (traditional instruments or singing), Chinese painting, and dance
• Learn Chinese Gongfu
• Visit historical sites through the city
• Play sports with Chinese students on campus
• Take courses with local students (if you speak Chinese at a very advanced level)