US-China Education Trust

Last chance to register! Join our hybrid event on 3/23 (10–11:30AM) for the launch of “America’s China Talent Challenge.” This new Working Group report outlines ways to promote Americans studying in China. Virtual remarks by former U.S. Amb. to China @RNicholasBurns. RSVP in bio

USCET’s report preview at AAS was well received — don't miss the public launch! Join us in person @ElliottSchoolGW or online on March 23 10-11:30 AM ET for the launch of "America's China Talent Challenge," featuring virtual remarks from Amb.@RNicholasBurns. Register link in bio.

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Join USCET on 3/23 (10–11:30 AM ET) for the launch of “America’s China Talent Challenge.” This new Working Group report outlines ways to promote Americans studying in China. Virtual remarks by former U.S. Amb. to China @RNicholasBurns. Attend in person or online. RSVP in bio!

On March 4, 2026 (8:00–9:00 PM ET), join USCET and @1990Institute for a virtual book launch of Transplants, the debut novel by Asian American author Daniel Tam-Claiborne, in conversation with award-winning author Claire Jia. Link in bio!

A true honor to speak alongside legendary Ambassador Tom Pickering on China, the Iran War and the value of the Career Foreign Service at Dacor-Bacon House in DC.

Last month, USCET featured Jesse Appell for a xiangsheng performance + discussion on cultural exchange. See his feature in the NYTimes: nytimes.com/2026/03/01/art…. Event recap could be found here:uscet.org/china-connecti…. Follow us for upcoming events!

Missed today's China Connections event featuring Ambassadors Thomas Pickering and Nicholas Burns? The recording is now live at C-SPAN: c-span.org/program/public…

On March 4, 2026 (8-9 PM ET), join USCET and @1990Institute for a virtual book launch of Transplants, the debut novel by Asian American author Daniel Tam-Claiborne, in conversation with NPR correspondent Emily Feng @EmilyZFeng . Link in bio!

Speaker addition! On March 6, 2026, 11 AM–12 PM ET at GWU’s Elliott School, join USCET and @ElliottSchoolGW GW ESIA for a conversation with Nicholas Burns, U.S. Ambassador to China (2021–2025), featuring opening remarks by Ambassador Thomas R. Pickering.

Join the Sigur Center for Asian Studies on March 5th from 12:30 - 2:00 pm as we welcome Non-Resident Visiting Scholar Martin K. Whyte to discuss the modern impacts of China's infamous one-child policy. RSVP here or at the link in our bio: eventbrite.com/e/be-careful-w…"

We are pleased to highlight USCET Advisory Council member & @SAIS Professor Emeritus David M. Lampton’s new Foreign Affairs article with @PKU1898 Professor Wang Jisi. Read below:

On March 6, 2026, 11 AM–12 PM ET at GWU’s Elliott School, join USCET and GW ESIA for a conversation with Nicholas Burns, U.S. Ambassador to China (2021–2025). Burns will share insights from 30+ years of service on U.S.-China competition and diplomacy.

How is the U.S.-China relationship reshaping global education and talent flows? Join @apa_justice, @Committee100 & USCET on Feb 26 | 8–9 PM ET with Fanta Aw, Steven Chu & Maggie Lewis to discuss impacts on student mobility, research collaboration & global talent competition.

Join GSS for an information session with USCET about our Summer 2026 internship! Tue, Feb 17 · 12 PM-1 PM EST in person at GW Elliott School of International Affairs, Room GSS Conference Room 603. RSVP link in bio!

How is US-China relation reshaping global education and talent flows? Join @apa_justice, @Committee100 & USCET online on Feb 26 | 8–9 PM ET with Fanta Aw, Steven Chu & Maggie Lewis to discuss impacts on student mobility, research collaboration & global talent competition.

We’re hiring! USCET is now accepting applications for Summer 2026 Interns. Great opportunity for students passionate about U.S.-China relations and cross-cultural dialogue. Open to eligible juniors, seniors & grad students. 🔗 Learn more: link in bio!

Join USCET for an evening of comedy & culture as @JesseAppell launches his new book This Was Funnier in China! Enjoy live Xiangsheng (相声) + a discussion bridging East–West through humor. Feb 9, 2026, 6–7:30 PM ET @ GWU Elliott School. RSVP link in bio!

Join USCET for an evening of comedy & culture as Jesse Appell @WhatXiSaid launches his new book This Was Funnier in China! Enjoy live xiangsheng (相声) + a discussion bridging East–West through humor. Feb 9, 2026, 6–7:30 PM ET @ GWU Elliott School. RSVP link in bio!

Wang Jisi & Evan Medeiros explore how allies became competitors in USCET's ASN Session II. David Finkelstein moderates discussion on post-WWII order's impact on U.S.–China relations. Features Vinegar Joe clip on Gen. Stilwell. Feb 2, 9-11AM CT | Feb 1, 8-10PM ET. Link in bio!