China

The team of six students, three from the University of Minnesota and three from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, proposed the U.S.-China Story Map as a way for cities in China and the U.S. to learn from each other as they pursue sustainable solutions to the climate crisis.

Samia Abdi will embark on a fully funded one-year master’s degree in global affairs at Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University, in Beijing, China.

Professor Yingling Fan, a native of China, led nine students on a two-week tour of five cities in China to experience alternative ways of urban planning and urban life. 

Dongting Cai, Vishal Jamkar, and Washington Galvão have each held leadership roles in programs and activities that contribute to the University of Minnesota’s mission of fostering global competence and developing global citizens.

UMN Executive Vice President and Provost Rachel Croson visited Greater China in mid-December to support and renew the University's engagement there.

University of Minnesota Morris Chancellor Janet Schrunk Ericksen traveled to Sanya, China to participate in the 2024 SEP EduConnect International Symposium, hosted by the China Center for International People-to-People Exchange. 

A University of Minnesota delegation visited China in October, rekindling relationships with partner universities and connecting with alumni. 

University of Minnesota Duluth alumnus Stephen Chow Sau-yan has been appointed to the College of Cardinals by Pope Francis. 

The first and largest project of its kind, the “State of Chinese Americans” survey compiled data related to demographics, politics, cultural identity, health, economic security, and social engagement.

Tensions between the U.S. and China seem to make the news every week, with issues as diverse as TikTok and tariffs to spy balloons and academic espionage. Undergraduates proposed ideas for ways to improve the countries’ relationship in the third annual China Bridge Challenge.