Announcements : INFO SESSION: Visual Cultures in Beijing Summer Program
Understanding Modern Chinese History through Visual Culture!
Date: Fri, Feb. 12th
Time: 3-4pm
Place: 403 Kent Hall
This program explores topics in modern Chinese history through examining China’s changing visual culture from the late 19th century to the present. Taught in the bustling cosmoplis of Beijing at Peking University, this program will work with a wide range of visual materials, including fine arts, print media, photography, film, performing arts and architecture. Students will attend weekly field trips across Beijing and beyond, to explore visual cultures associated with imperial gardens, Old Beijing neighborhoods and opera houses, Communist monuments, and new indie art spaces. No Chinese language background required.
For more information:
http://columbia.studioabroad.com/?go=Beijing%5FVisual%5FCulture2016
Application deadline for Summer 2016: March 1st
Interested but can’t attend?
Schedule an appointment to meet with Robin Leephaibul (Robin Leephaibul Advising Calendar) in 606 Kent Hall or email her at rl2705@columbia.edu.