STARTALK 2009 - Programs in NC

Queens University of Charlotte (student)

Queens University of Charlotte 2009 Summer Institute in Chinese

The Queens University of Charlotte 2009 Summer Institute in Chinese is an opportunity for high school students in North Carolina to study Mandarin intensively for a 2-week period, July 6-17, Monday-Friday. Classes will be offered at the beginning and intermediate levels. The program will include formal classroom study with a licensed, professional instructor; one on one support from student language facilitators; and out of class activities to include martial arts, calligraphy, painting, and Chinese crafts. In addition, students will be introduced to current topics of interest through a series of guest speakers and will view and discuss Chinese films. At the conclusion of the camp, students will achieve beginning and intermediate level language proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. Students who will be in grades 9-12 are welcome to apply; no prior experience in Mandarin Chinese is necessary. There is no cost for this program beyond a $50 registration fee. Lunch and an afternoon snack will be provided. For more information or to request registration materials, please contact Dr. Alexa Royden at roydena@queens.edu. Early student drop off will be available beginning at 7:30 a.m. Drinks and a morning snack will be offered along with informal Chinese conversation practice.