Mandarin Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world. Ancient and modern qualities make the language both unique and useful. Study the rich Chinese culture and learn a language that is increasingly becoming an indispensable tool in global commerce.
A Sampling of Courses
Elementary Chinese
Chinese
An intensive introduction to the fundamentals of the language and culture with emphasis on developing conversational skills such as pronunciation
CHIN 103
Intermediate Chinese
Chinese
An intensive study of Chinese grammar and further development of conversational skills, reading, and writing of pinyin and Chinese characters.
CHIN 203
Advanced Chinese
Chinese
Emphasis on developing reading and writing skills in addition to conversational practice. Students will read and discuss materials from Chinese newspapers, magazines, and modern literature. Students will write short essays in simplified Chinese characters.
CHIN 301
Contact
Yanbing Tan
Visiting Assistant Professor of Chinese
Gailor Hall 216, Ext 3367
Connecting the Dots
Language Houses
Themed Residence Halls
To create an immersive learning experience, Sewanee has several language houses (French, German, Russian, Spanish, and Italian) that simulate real-world language and cultural encounters. The head resident is a native speaker, and students speak their house language while “at home”. Events throughout the year showcase educational and recreational aspects of the language house and the culture it represents.
International & Global Studies, Major & Minor
45 professors, 14 departments
International & global studies at Sewanee stretches far beyond the gates. Involving faculty members from departments across the college, the program spans disciplinary and thematic boundaries. The rapid pace and complex nature of our world require dexterity to navigate. At Sewanee, you will study the ever-changing political, economic, and cultural issues that characterize our world today. Here, experiencing the real world begins in the classroom.
Study Abroad
Engaged citizens solving global problems
At Sewanee, we pledge to offer each student an opportunity to study abroad. And at Sewanee, we keep our promises. Travel, learn, and cultivate your knowledge by communicating across cultures and acquiring a sensitivity to other ways of life. Apply social scientific methodologies to various frameworks. Learn to formulate solutions to global problems and apply those theories at home in a local context.
