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What Is the China-America Student Conference?
Inspired by the 90-year legacy of the Japan-America Student Conference (JASC), the China-America Student Conference (ChASC) is an academically rigorous and culturally immersive program that aims to promote friendship, trust, and mutual understanding amid increasing U.S.-China tensions. Over the course of this two week exercise in people-to-people diplomacy, chosen delegates representing the United States of America and China will live, travel, converse, and gain a firsthand understanding of the ever-evolving and multifaceted bilateral relationship. As a student-run and student-led conference, ChASC empowers young leaders by providing them with an unparalleled opportunity for in-depth discussions about timely issues and engaging in cooperative dialogue. Upon completion of the program, delegates will emerge with lifelong, cross-cultural friendships and the newfound perspective necessary to make meaningful contributions on both the world stage and within their local communities.
中美学生会议是什么?
承袭自日美学生会议(JASC)已有的90年的历史,中美学生会议(ChASC)旨在促进友谊、信任和相互理解,是一个学术严谨的文化沉浸式项目,意在缓解不断升级的中美紧张关系。在为期两周的人际外交活动中,来自美国和中国的两方代表将共同生活、旅行、交流,并深入了解不断发展和多层次的双边关系。作为一个由学生主导的会议,ChASC通过提供深入讨论及合作对话的绝佳机会,赋予年轻领袖力量。我们相信,完成项目后,代表们将拥有终生的跨文化友谊以及在国际和本地中做出有益贡献的焕新视角。
求同存异,携手前行
Seek Common Ground, Move Forward Together
Shanghai, Suzhou, Xi’an, and Beijing, China, | July 5th-20th, 2025).
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“求同存异,携手前行”: Seek Common Ground, Move Forward Together
The 5th China-America Student Conference (ChASC5) encourages participants to embark on a path of collaboration and cultural appreciation. Our theme “求同存异,携手前行” (Seek Common Ground, Move Forward Together), inspired by the Chinese proverb ” seeking common ground while reserving differences”, underscores the importance of identifying shared goals while valuing and respecting diverse perspectives. Delegates will delve into invigorating programs, engage in meaningful dialogue, and participate in enriching cultural exchanges, all while gaining a profound appreciation for both commonalities and differences on a global scale. By fostering an environment of collaboration and respect, we aim to build a foundation for strong partnerships and lasting collaboration, navigating the complexities of U.S-China relations with insight and empathy.
第五届中美学生会议(ChASC5)倡导参与者踏上合作与文化交流的征程。我们的主题“求同存异,携手前行”,源自中国古语“求同存异”,强调在寻求共识的同时,尊重并珍视多元观点的重要性。代表们将深入探讨充满活力的项目,开展富有成效的对话,并参与丰富多彩的文化交流,以深化对全球共性与差异的理解和欣赏。通过营造一个合作与尊重的氛围,我们致力于构建坚实的伙伴关系和持久的协作基础,以深刻的洞察力和同情心,共同应对中美关系的复杂挑战。
Harmonizing Diversity, Enriching Perspectives
At ChASC5, delegates will cultivate the ability to collaborate effectively while honoring their cultural identities and enriching their personal perspectives. Participants will engage in dynamic programs and discussions that highlight the vital importance of diversity in fostering collaboration. They will delve into the complexities and challenges of navigating this intricate landscape in the real world, discovering how to harmonize differing viewpoints to forge impactful partnerships. By appreciating the nuances of preserving their unique identities within collaborative efforts, delegates will uncover valuable insights into embracing diversity as a strength. This journey will ultimately lead to deeper connections and more transformative solutions in the context of U.S.-China relations.
在第五届中美学生会议(ChASC5)上,代表们将学会在尊重各自文化特色的同时,有效协作并拓宽个人视野。他们将参与充满活力的项目和讨论,这些活动凸显了多样性在促进协作中的核心价值。参与者将深入探讨在现实世界中应对这一错综复杂局面的挑战,学习如何协调不同的观点,建立有影响力的伙伴关系。通过珍视在合作中保持各自独特身份的重要性,代表们将洞察到将多样性视为一种力量的宝贵智慧。这一探索之旅将促进更深层次的相互理解,并在中美关系的大背景下催生更多创新和变革性的解决方案。
Igniting the Torchbearers of Tomorrow
In ChASC5, delegates will come to recognize their potential as young leaders, as the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas of youth hold immense value in the realm of U.S.-China relations. ChASC5 will empower participants to harness their leadership abilities for a better tomorrow, inspiring delegates to take initiative and drive positive change within their communities and beyond and instilling a sense of responsibility and purpose.. In nurturing these skills, delegates will gain the capacity to make a meaningful impact and be poised to navigate and influence the future of international relations with confidence and insight.
在第五届中美学生会议(ChASC 5)上,代表们将意识到自己作为年轻领袖的潜力,因为年轻人的新鲜视角和创新思维在中美关系领域具有巨大的价值。ChASC 5将赋予参与者发挥领导才能,为更美好的明天赋能,激励代表们在自己的社区乃至更广阔的领域采取主动行动,推动积极变化,并培养责任感和使命感。在培养这些技能的过程中,代表们将获得产生深远影响的能力,并准备好以自信和洞察力引领和影响国际关系的未来。
Some examples of conference programming (ChASC3 and ChASC4):
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Supporters
Thank you to the generous supporters of the 4th China-America Student Conference:
2024 Scholarships Provided by:
- International Student Conferences Plant a Diplomatic Tree Scholarship
- Anonymous
- University of Hawaii
- Washington & Lee
- The Asia Group Foundation
2024 Program Partners
- Korean Economic Institute America
- The Asia Group
Example 2024 Programming
- Visit to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Washington, DC for a tour and dialogue with young diplomats
- A meeting at the U.S. Department of State with the Office of China Coordination
- A simulation at the National Museum of American Diplomacy
- Visit to the Consulate of the People’s Republic of China in Chicago
Thank you to the generous supporters of the 3rd China-America Student Conference:
2023 Scholarships Provided by:
- International Student Conferences Plant a Diplomatic Tree Scholarship
- America China Public Affairs Institute
- Baldwinsville Rotary Club
- US-China Heartland Association
2023 Program Partners
- Korean Economic Institute America
- The Asia Group
Example 2023 Programming
- Visit to Bloomberg, NY, and lecture on Bloomberg’s economic work related to China
- Tour of New York Chinatown Business Improvement District
- Tour of the United Nations
- Visit to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Washington, DC for a tour and dialogue with young diplomats
- A meeting at the U.S. Department of State with the Office of China Coordination
- A briefing by the National Security Council on U.S.-China relations
About ChASC
Past Conferences
- 4th ChASC (2024) – Chicago, Illinois & Washington, DC
- 3rd ChASC (2023) – Washington, DC, & New York
- 2nd ChASC (2022) – San Francisco & Virtual Hybrid
- 1st ChASC (2021) – Virtual