On April 10, USCET welcomed a student delegation from Gettysburg College to encourage American students' interests in China.

A Message from USCET's Executive Director:

As the heat sets in across the United States, this summer marks a pivotal time for US-China academic connectivity and our work at the US-China Education Trust.

The summer season brings new opportunities for cross-cultural engagement—from immersive language programs to preparations for the academic year ahead. For Americans studying in China, we are delighted that some long-suspended programs, like Princeton in Asia and the Critical Languages Scholarship, have resumed, allowing new generations to gain meaningful first-hand exposure to China. Meanwhile, the outlook for Chinese students studying in the United States remains challenging. In response to the State Department's intention to "aggressively revoke" visas for Chinese students, USCET issued a statement in response. USCET will continue to speak out against policies that restrict legitimate exchange and work with partners to advocate for the benefits of educational connectivity.

This summer also brings transitions for our team and work. We are grateful to announce new support from both the Luce Foundation and the Ford Foundation, investing in creating more sustainable pathways for educational exchange amid strained bilateral relations. This funding will enable us to expand our programming and launch new initiatives. Yet, we are also saying goodbye to our Program Associate Emily Brignand, who will be leaving this summer to pursue a Fulbright. Emily joined USCET as an intern in early 2024 and made a seamless transition to an invaluable member of our team. As she now embarks on a new international experience, she carries forward the spirit of cross-cultural engagement that defines our mission. Recruitment is now open for fall interns, and I strongly encourage interested students and recent graduates to apply, so you too can contribute to building bridges between cultures at this turbulent moment in bilateral educational relations.

During this period of uncertainty, we hope you stay connected to USCET. We will be holding our China Connections programs virtually in July and August, focusing on the power of US-China exchange to shape personal trajectories and the bilateral relationship. We hope you will join us online from wherever your summer travels may bring you. In the fall, we will be back with a new slate of both in-person and online programs.

Best,

Rosie Levine

China Connections

China Connections is a new monthly series hosting discussions with experts to explore their work, gain insights into current events, and learn what a career in the China field looks like today. Learn more about the series here.

Let Only Red Flowers Bloom: A Conversation with Emily Feng 

On April 15, USCET hosted NPR international correspondent Emily Feng, widely recognized for bringing the complexities of modern China to global audiences through her reporting, to discuss her new book and the journalism landscape in China today.



Past, Present, and Future of U.S.–China Policy

On May 22, USCET partnered with the Women’s Foreign Policy Group (WFPG) for the May event. The event provided thoughtful and honest insights into the evolving dynamics of U.S.-China relations, while highlighting the remarkable contributions and career paths of Asian American women in this policy space.



From China to Southeast Asia: Jeffery Wasserstrom in Conversation with Evan Osnos

On June 13, USCET hosted the June installment, bringing together historian Jeffrey Wasserstrom and The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos in a dynamic dialogue on protest, history, and the evolving landscape of reporting on China through discussing Jeffrey's new book, The Milk Tea Alliance.



Announcements

USCET Welcomes New Advisory Council Members



We are pleased to welcome two new members to the Advisory Council, Craig Allen and Elizabeth Knup. Craig Allen is a Senior Counselor at the Cohen Group. Elizabeth Knup is a Senior Fellow at Yale University.



Fall Internship Opportunity



USCET is seeking Program and Communications Interns to join our dynamic team. Interns will provide communication and programmatic support to the team, contributing to the implementation of our ongoing programs, social media content, and development of new initiatives addressing critical issues in U.S.-China relations.

Click "Position Information" to learn more about the role and instructions to apply. The deadline to submit applications is July 25.



Emily Matson and Amb. Nicholas Platt on China



Dr. Emily Matson, Adjunct Professor

of Modern Chinese History at Georgetown University, interviewed Ambassador Nicholas Platt, distinguished American diplomat and President Emeritus of USCET’s Advisory Council. Drawing from their conversation, Emily focused on Amb. Platt's extraordinary journey and enduring vision for U.S.-China relations.



Program Highlights

The 2025 Student Finding Common Ground concluded their final projects

2025 Students Finding Common Ground Final Project

USCET has successfully concluded the 2025 Students Finding Common Ground program, which brought together American and Chinese students to explore pressing areas of collaboration amid ongoing strategic competition and tensions between the two countries.

USCET joined NCUSCR in hosting 2025 CHINA Town Hall.

The First 100 Days: President Trump's China Policy

On April 24, USCET hosted Sean Stein, President of the US-China Business Council, as part of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations’ annual CHINA Town Hall.

This year’s discussion focused on President Trump’s China policy during the first 100 days of his new administration,

bringing the important political discussion to the Washington, D.C. community. 

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the American Studies Network

2024 American Studies Network (ASN) Conference

Last October, USCET, in partnership with Beijing Foreign Studies University, successfully held the 2024 American Studies Network (ASN) Conference centered on the theme "Connecting people, Cultures, and Ideas: Re-Examining Sino-American Exchange." USCET is excited to announce the full report is now ready. Read the full report below.