USCET is proud to partner with the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations to bring this important event to our local community in Washington, D.C., with Young China Watchers as a co-sponsor. This year’s local discussion will feature Sean Stein, the president of the US-China Business Council, as our distinguished guest speaker. Join us on Thursday, April 24, from 5:30 – 6:30 pm for a location discussion with Sean Stein in the Elliott School of International Affairs. At 6:30 pm, USCET will join the virtual NCUSCR livestream program to discuss the first 100 days of President Trump’s China policy with experts from The Brookings Institution, Hoover Institution, Stanford University, and The Wall Street Journal. Register for the event: https://lnkd.in/gJeuvcTg
US-China Education Trust
International Affairs
Washington, DC 1,977 followers
Our Mission: To promote US-China relations through education and exchange for next-generation leaders.
About us
US-China Education Trust (USCET) promotes US-China relations by increasing understanding of the US among rising leaders in China. This is accomplished through engagement with Chinese institutions of higher learning and leading practitioners primarily in the fields of American Studies and journalism/media. USCET's work focuses on bringing top US experts to China for workshops, lectures, and conferences. They engage directly in discussions about American society, policies, and practices with key Chinese academic and other audiences. Much of USCET’s work is based around two unique consortia developed by USCET founder and president, Ambassador Julia Chang Bloch: the American Studies Network (ASN) and the Media Education Consortium (MEC). The ASN consists of 53 Chinese universities and think tanks that each have an American Studies center or program. The MEC consists of 37 Chinese universities that have departments or programs in journalism or media. Altogether, USCET is partner to 70 unique institutions spanning the breadth of China. Each year USCET helps organize an annual conference for each of these consortia, bringing together top scholars and practitioners in China from these fields, along with top US experts. Visit www.uscet.org to learn about a number of additional USCET programs focused on education and exchange for next-generation leaders.
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http://www.uscet.org
External link for US-China Education Trust
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1998
- Specialties
- US-China Relations, American Studies, Media Education, Education, Diplomacy, International Education, and Cultural Exchange
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2101 K Street NW
Second Floor
Washington, DC 20037, US
Employees at US-China Education Trust
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Rosie Levine
Executive Director, U.S.-China Education Trust
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Zach Zhang
Schwarzman Scholar 25’ | US-China Relations | AI and Energy Policy
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Owen Baum
International Relations|The George Washington University
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Emily Brignand
US-China Education Trust Program Associate | Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar | Graduated Honors Student from School of International Service
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Last chance! Our summer internship application closes on Friday, 3/28. Submit your materials by tomorrow at 11:59 PM EST to be considered.
USCET is now welcoming applications for our Summer 2025 internship program! Undergraduate Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate students are welcome to apply. This opportunity is ideal for students passionate about U.S.-China relations and cross-cultural dialogue. Interns gain hands-on experience working in a dynamic nonprofit environment dedicated to fostering mutual understanding between the United States and China. Our interns work a hybrid and part-time schedule. The position includes a stipend or academic credit. We encourage all eligible students to apply and look forward to welcoming a new cohort of interns this summer! Time commitment: minimum of 20 hours per week Application deadline: March 28, 2025 Click here to learn more about our internship opportunities and application process: https://lnkd.in/d_XJsWp
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In her interview with China Hands, Madelyn Ross, USCET’s President Emeritus, reflects on the early vision behind the American Studies Network (ASN)—a pioneering initiative launched in 2004 to strengthen American Studies programs across China. Over the past two decades, ASN has expanded to 55 academic institutions, playing a key role in connecting scholars and students from the U.S. and China. Through conferences, scholar exchanges, and academic collaborations, USCET continues to bridge cultures and promote mutual understanding across borders. Learn more about USCET’s ASN program: https://lnkd.in/gaFeQ_ZS Highlights from our 20th Anniversary ASN Conference in Beijing: https://lnkd.in/eMQ42tFQ Read or listen to the full interview: https://lnkd.in/ge2zptHp
Yenching, CUSEF, and Silk Road Scholar | Creator 'China Hands' | TFAS Academic Internship in Washington, D.C. | Member of CISS Youth | Visiting Scholar at Grandview Institution | Prev. Young Ambassador at Carnegie China
After half a year of hard work, I've restarted China Hands to include a social media, podcast, and Substack! This week's article features Madelyn Ross, the President Emeritus of the US-China Education Trust and one of the first American students in China in 1979 to study at Fudan University. She'll talk about USCET's American Studies Network, covering over 55 Chinese universities focused on American Studies.
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USCET proudly launches “China Connections,” a new monthly series hosting discussions with experts to share insights into their work, unpack current events, and explore what a career in the China field looks like today. Join us on April 15, 4:00 - 5:00 PM, for a conversation with Emily Feng, NPR international correspondent and award-winning journalist, as she discusses her new book, "Let Only Red Flowers Bloom." From Beijing and Taipei, Feng has reported on China amid extraordinary challenges. Despite these obstacles, Feng’s work strives to humanize Chinese citizens and deepen Americans’ understanding of life in today’s China. Learn more about our new series and register for the event: https://lnkd.in/gHbw7WRX
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USCET Alumni Spotlight: Zimo Yang, Fall ’23 & Spring ’24 Intern For Zimo, her time as a Program & Communications Intern was more than just an internship—it reaffirmed the power of human connection, even in an era of strategic competition. Through the arts, literature, and education, she saw firsthand how dialogue and cultural exchange can foster common ground. Now pursuing a dual master’s degree in International Affairs and Development at Sciences Po Paris and Columbia University, Zimo is dedicated to approaching gender and development issues through cross-cultural and intersectional lenses. She hopes to bring these insights back to Asia and contribute to building more inclusive and equitable societies. We are so grateful for Zimo’s contributions to USCET and can’t wait to see the impact she makes in the future! Interested in joining USCET? The deadline for Summer 2025 intern applications is just a week away. Visit our website (https://lnkd.in/d_XJsWp) for more details and apply by March 28.
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“To effectively craft U.S. policy on China, we must ensure access to reliable expertise and meaningful academic engagement.” On February 27, 2025, USCET Executive Director Rosie Levine presented her paper, “Investing in America’s China Expertise: Lessons from the CSCPRC,” at the Penn Project on the Future of U.S.-China Relations’ webinar, Safeguarding Research and Educational Exchange. Drawing on CSCPRC’s legacy, she outlined key policies to expand U.S. educational opportunities in China, safeguard scholar access, and strengthen NGO engagement. Investing in the next generation of China experts through education and research is not just an academic priority—it is a strategic necessity for fostering informed policymaking and mutual understanding. Read more on Rosie's insights here: https://lnkd.in/ga2JV6mk
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“USCET’s mission has expanded over time, but supporting educational programs and academic exchanges that strengthen US-China relations remain at the core of its work.” In a recent interview with China Hands, Madelyn Ross, USCET’s President Emeritus, reflects on the critical role of academic and people-to-people exchanges in fostering dialogue between the U.S. and China. As one of the first American students in China after normalization, Madelyn has spent decades building educational partnerships at George Mason University, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and USCET. She highlights USCET’s ongoing initiatives, including the American Studies Network, which has connected over 50 Chinese universities for more than 20 years. Even amid geopolitical uncertainty, education and exchange remain among the most powerful tools for building lasting connections and mutual understanding. See the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gbeap8i2
Yenching, CUSEF, and Silk Road Scholar | Creator 'China Hands' | TFAS Academic Internship in Washington, D.C. | Member of CISS Youth | Visiting Scholar at Grandview Institution | Prev. Young Ambassador at Carnegie China
What's it like leading U.S.-China academic and people-to-people relations? After a hiatus to expand towards social media, the China Hands podcast and Substack are finally back with 30+ new episodes to discuss exactly that! This week's episode features Madelyn Ross, the President Emeritus of the US-China Education Trust and one of the first American students in China in 1979 to study at Fudan University. Before coming to the US-China Education Trust, she played critical roles as editor of the flagship publication of the US-China Business Council, Director of China Initiatives at George Mason University, and Executive Director of SAIS China at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)! After almost a year of preparation, each week China Hands will publish a podcast interview with leading figures in U.S.-China academic and people-to-people relations or a small excerpt with the most critical info on our Substack. We've prepared an interview with the leadership of almost every leading institution in this field, providing you with a deep overview of what's going and the who's who's on the most human side of U.S.-China relations! I hope you'll follow us!
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“It’s a dangerous time to be flying blind.” In his newly published New York Times op-ed, Dr. Yanzhong Huang, a leading global health expert on China, underscores the critical role of scholars in informing U.S. foreign policy. He warns that misunderstanding China’s capabilities, misreading its domestic social pressures, and miscalculating Beijing’s intentions leave the U.S. unprepared for major policy shifts and hinder the trust necessary for stable U.S.-China relations. “It is more important than ever for the United States to rebuild American interest in China studies and the institutional bridges on which it depends.” At USCET, we share this commitment. Read the full piece here:
Published an op-ed piece in New York Times, in which I argue that decisions on U.S. policy toward China are being made based on diminishing insight into the country's internal dynamics. https://lnkd.in/evSRtEFa
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USCET is now welcoming applications for our Summer 2025 internship program! Undergraduate Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate students are welcome to apply. This opportunity is ideal for students passionate about U.S.-China relations and cross-cultural dialogue. Interns gain hands-on experience working in a dynamic nonprofit environment dedicated to fostering mutual understanding between the United States and China. Our interns work a hybrid and part-time schedule. The position includes a stipend or academic credit. We encourage all eligible students to apply and look forward to welcoming a new cohort of interns this summer! Time commitment: minimum of 20 hours per week Application deadline: March 28, 2025 Click here to learn more about our internship opportunities and application process: https://lnkd.in/d_XJsWp
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The Students Finding Common Ground—US-China Collaborative Projects in An Era of Strategic Competition project has been relaunched for its second iteration in 2025. Hosted by the US-China Education Trust, in collaboration with Tsinghua University and George Washington University, the Common Ground Project brings American and Chinese students together to tackle urgent global challenges in climate change, peace and conflict resolution, public health and education. Check out our website for more information about the project, mentors, and participating students: https://lnkd.in/emP_h2QN Stay tuned for updates as these future leaders drive changes!
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