CUSEF Blog

This year’s 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, also known as COP27, took place in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. The goal of this year’s Summit was to continue building on the outcomes of COP26, and work to tackle the current global climate crisis. This conference continues to be the largest annual gathering aimed at taking action on climate change. Read More

Educational exchange between the U.S. and China has, for the last few decades, served as a pillar of diplomacy and mutual understanding between the two countries. Prior to 2020, 35% of the over 1 million international students in the U.S. were from China. On the flip side, there were nearly 12,000 American students reportedly living and studying in China during the 2018/2019 school year. Unsurprisingly, the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic drastically changed this cornerstone of U.S.-China diplomacy, but is there still hope for a recovery? Read More

China’s food culture is both extensive and profound. Every region and ethnic group has its own distinct dishes, just like a walking food museum. Over years of development, “eight major cuisines” have formed that represent China. However, no matter where the cuisine is, vegetarian dishes are always a distinctive food culture that keeps pace with local specialties. Read More

For children around the world, the last day of school before the summer break can feel like a long-awaited holiday. While kids may spend their summer in a variety of ways depending on where they live, there is one beloved summer activity that can unite kids all across the world: summer camp! Read More

Today in the United States over 50 cities have their own Chinatown districts, with some of the most notable being San Francisco, New York City, Chicago, and Honolulu, Hawaii. These Chinatowns serve as a culinary hub and popular tourist destination, offering visitors and locals alike a unique cultural experience in their city. Dragon’s Gate in San Francisco’s Chinatown. [Photo Credit: Shutterstock] Read More