Buffalo, NY – Canisius University announces a partnership with the University of Dayton China Institute. Canisius will offer students a study abroad experience in China beginning with the fall 2017 semester.
Rapidly growing and steeped in ancient history, China is one of the most alluring and enlightening countries to live in and explore. The China Institute offers students the opportunity to learn the language, understand the customs and interact with China’s people.
At the China Institute, students will take courses, conduct research and immerse themselves in experiential learning. They will experience the rich culture and beauty of China through historical and cultural site visits, including seminars on Chinese society and culture given by guest speakers from multinational companies and professors from partner institutions. Students will interact with Chinese students from partner institutions and professionals from around the world from the Institute’s corporate partners, including Fortune 500 and multinational companies.
The Institute is located in the ultramodern Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), a five-floor, 68,000- square-foot, state-of-the-art academic facility featuring engineering and science labs, classrooms, conference spaces, meeting rooms, offices and more. The China Institute is one of 26 universities with a presence in the Suzhou Dushu Lake Science and Education Innovation District.
“Students who study abroad expand their personal and professional horizons by gaining an international perspective for today’s job market,” says Brian Smith, director of International Partnerships and Study Abroad at Canisius. “The China Institute is a wonderful addition to the rewarding, transformative experiences we offer our students through our study abroad programs.”
Canisius offers diverse study abroad opportunities in 13 countries and 21 cities. To apply for the University of Dayton China Institute study abroad experience or for more information about the college’s international partnerships and opportunities, contact Brian Smith, director of Study Abroad and International Partnerships at (716) 888-2785.
