Confucius Institute Initiative

Research about Contemporary China

Two Metro State professors will head initial research projects about contemporary China:

Timeline: Metro Hosts Two Chinese Delegations (June 13 & Nov 6, 2006); Dr. Jordan & wife Ruthie, Lead Delegation to Kunming & Chengdu (May 14-25, 2007); Dr. Jordan/Metro Delegation Represent Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper & Kunming-Denver Sister Cities at Sporting Event (May 18, 2007); Professors Jackowski & Phillips Explore Student Business Ventures in Beijing (May 15-25, 2007); Professors Shantz & Stroup Speak at International Conference in Beijing (June 10-23, 2007); Professor O’Donnell Teaches English to Sichuan University Faculty (June 18-July 20, 2007); Dr. Zeller Selected as China Bridge Awardee (June 24-July 1007)