The significance of China as an economic a nd political force in the world is undeniable\; and\, as the world&rsquo\; s most populous nation\, it is a magnification of the greatest challenges the world faces. China is also the birthplace to one of the most ancient\, storied civilizations\, with traditions that persist despite rapid modern ization. In this presentation\, international scholar Lance Rhoades offers a look at China&rsquo\;s culture &ndash\; past\, present\, and future &nd ash\; as seen through his experiences working at universities in its two l argest cities: Beijing and Shanghai.
\nAbout the speaker: \;
\nLance Rhoades has taught in U.W.&rsquo\;s Cinema Studies\, Comparativ e History of Ideas\, Ethnic Studies\, American Indian Studies\, and Compar ative Literature Departments\, and was a recipient of the university's Exc ellence in Teaching Award. Rhoades regularly presents talks throughout Nor th America\, Asia and Europe on cultural history in film\, and each year h e teaches a course in the humanities at the Massachusetts Institute of Tec hnology. In addition to his work at universities in the U.S. and abroad\, Rhoades is a three-time featured scholar with Humanities Washington's Spea kers Bureau and has served as a program director for the Mercer Island and Newcastle Arts Councils.
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