Global Studies Events

The William & Mary Confucius Institute presents a class on the ancient Chinese instrument--Pipa, which is similar to a gourd flute. All skill levels welcome!

William & Mary Confucius Institute presents a course on China's World heritage Sites. Students will explore cultural, historical and geographic elements of China using photos and research. Government will also be discussed.

Taught by local Chef Ed McMahon, the WMCI Chinese Cooking classes are an excellent way to experience Chinese culture. The class will teach students how to prepare various authentic Chinese foods.

Global Studies is delighted to present Dr. R. Benedito Ferro who will deliver a brown bag talk: Painted Itineraries: Portuguese India and the Postcolonial Imaginary

Come to Confucius Institute on Friday, March 18th from 4:30 to 6 PM for a special China Night! Listen to WMCI Professor Qiong Yang and intern Gillie Cuda speak about Chengdu and Chongqing, two up-and-coming cities in Southwest China. Free pizza provided!

Talk by Samantha Smith, United States Foreign Service Officer Assistant Cultural Coordinator for the Bureau of African Affairs

Come out for an African rendition of Disney classic High School Musical! Tickets are $3 in advance and there's a free after party!

Guest lecture by Jeremy Black, Professor of History at the University of Exeter.

Come view presentations by the students who traveled to Oman in January 2016 on an interdisciplinary study abroad program of the music and geology departments.

Please join us for a brown bag talk with GSWS major, Duenya Hassan. Her talk is titled, "Women and ISIS: A complicated Relationship." All are welcome! Light refreshments available.

WMCI community-favorite Beginner Yang Style Taiji Workshop. Learn the ancient Chinese technique meant for exercise and meditation.

William & Mary community course. Join the staff of the WMCI for two courses on Chinese painting! All skill levels welcome.