China Gateway News - April 2019

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OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

China Gateway News

April 2019

What's New in China

Preparations are underway for the seventh annual Pre-Departure Orientation taking place in June. Last year, approximately 547 students and 567 parents registered for the orientation.

The Pre-Departure Orientation offers two sessions in Beijing and Shanghai to Chinese students who will be attending Ohio State. The Pre-Departure Orientation provides future Buckeyes information to help them adjust and succeed at Ohio State and offers sessions for parents to better understand their student's future college experience and learn how they can best support their student's academic pursuits. Attendees learn from student volunteers and university staff about available resources, the campus and the American college experience, and parents feel more confident about having their sons and daughters study abroad.

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Hong Kong Alumni Club Reception for Dean David Williams

The Hong Kong Alumni Club is hosting David Williams, the dean of the College of Engineering on April 29, 6:30 p.m. at Cova Ristorante & Caffe, Shop 101-3, 1/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Ave., Causeway Bay. The event is free for alumni and invited guests. Please send your RSVP with your name, graduation date and degree/major to [email protected]. Attend this reception to mingle with Buckeyes and welcome Dean Williams to Hong Kong.

Sesquicentennial Scholars Announced

President Michael Drake recently announced the selection of the 150 Sesquicentennial Scholars who will receive $2,500, participate in a leadership program and serve as a university ambassador as a part of the 150th anniversary next academic year. Fifteen international students from nine different countries are part of this elite group, including four Chinese students. They are:

Yang Du, College of Nursing, Nanjing, China
Zijing Liu, Fisher College of Business, Shijiazhuang, China
Mingxin Xie, College of Arts and Sciences, Weifang, China
Shiying Pan, College of Arts and Sciences, Shijiazhuang, China

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Researchers Uncover New Facets of HIV's 'Arms Race' with Human Defense System

According to the recent study led by Ohio State veterinary biosciences professor Shan-Lu Liu, the evolutionary contest between HIV and the human immune system could one day improve treatment.

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Marketing and Logistics Professor Visits Universities

Walter Zinn, professor for logistics and marketing, associate dean for graduate students and programs from Fisher College of Business, visited Beijing Jiaotong University, Tongji University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University Antai Business School in March. Zinn presented a lecture on logistics to more than 70 faculty and students in Tongji, and shared program admission information with Shanhai Jiao Tong University Antai Business School. The universities helped host a reception to welcome Zinn's visit, and more than 60 alumni, incoming students and parents joined the event.

Global Gateways Host International Business Panel

The Global Gateways teamed up to host a panel discussion on Doing Business in Emerging Countries at the Columbus campus on March 20. Centered around how multinationals, entrepreneurs and investors can go about identifying opportunities and responding to new challenges while conducting business in emerging markets, the panelists outlined the unique challenges and approaches to business in emerging markets stemming from their own professional experiences while working in China, India and Brazil. The dialogue enabled engaging students and faculty on approaches to develop cross-cultural strategies when partnering with international stakeholders, navigating government relations, identifying local opportunities and addressing risks.

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Gateway Staff Participate in EducationUSA College Fairs

In March, the China Gateway attended spring college fairs in Chengdu, Ningbo and Beijing. Over 60 universities attended the fairs, and mainstream Chinese media on education reported on this event. The China Gateway staff delivered presentations, providing an overview of Ohio State and its admission procedures. Hundreds of local students and parents signed up at Ohio State's booth and asked questions about majors, campus life, academics and career opportunities.

In order to better support undergraduate and graduate student recruitment, the China Gateway will continue to attend college fairs and enhance Ohio State's brand in the Greater China area.

Moritz College of Law Visits China

Megan Avellana, assistant director for International and Graduate Affairs at the Moritz College of Law, traveled to Shanghai and Beijing for recruitment and alumni engagement March 10-16. She visited China University of Political Science and Law, Beijing Jiaotong University, University of International Business and Economics, Shanghai University of International Business and Economics and East China University of Political Science and Law to present information about the master of law program for prospective students. She also hosted receptions with Moritz alumni and admitted students in Beijing and Shanghai.

CFAES Professor Recognized with Ohio State's Distinguished Scholar Award

Plant pathology professor Wang Guoliang has received Ohio State's Distinguished Scholar Award for his contributions to global food security.

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Emeritus Professor Discusses Automated Workforce

Electrical and Computer Engineering Emeritus Professor Yuan Zheng discusses the future automated workforce and its impacts on employment with WOSU Public Media

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