School of Chinese Language and Literature
Soochow University
Webpages of Special Topics in Chinese Culture
Evolution of Calligraphy Tools and Materials
The change of writing materials in Chinese culture is a long process which is not only influenced by culture, religion and economy, but, also, by many other factors.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) science?
With thorough research, we have discovered numerous experiments that reinforce the idea that TCM is science.
Fengshui:
An outdated idea or a fully functioning force of nature?
A field study looking into different opinions towards fengshui.
Chinese Female Writers
Why are Chinese female writers not as common throughout history as their male counterparts?
Because they are constrained by social expectations based off the era they live(d) in.
Northern and Southern Chinese Cuisines
What are the differences in Northern and Southern Cuisine, and why are they there?
Chinese Language and Culture Videos
Cultural Essays & Presentation Slides
史迪娜 Deanna Schmidt
东西方节庆文化的交流
沈天星 Bailey Schroeder
在中国的女英雄中，为什么花木兰在美国最受欢迎？
古代时候，中国人觉得花木兰真的是一个孝女，她服从了传统价值。但是，现代的中国人发现她是一个为民族主义而斗争的女英雄。同样，美国人认为她是爱国英雄，特别感谢迪士尼的电影。
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诸恩䁐 Je Eun Young
全世界都有“北漂”
高智华 Christopher Castillo
神州PK神国：中日两国是敌人还是爱吵架的老兄弟
Authentic Chinese Ways of Greeting
Leisure
in China
东西方节日文化的交流
Chinese Education Vs. American Education
Family Structure in China
