CHINESE

Instructor: DR JENNY HU  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Thurs, Oct 29 - Nov 19, 2009; 4:30 - 6:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTRUCTOR: Hu. Designed for students with no background in Chinese language, this course will help students develop basic proficiency in spoken Mandarin. Students will grasp the four tones of Mandarin and the pinyin system while learning vocabulary used for greetings, shopping, banking,and counting. The course consists of 4 2-hour lessons meeting once per week for 4 weeks.
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Instructor: DR JENNY HU  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Wed, Nov 11 - Dec 16, 2009; 5:30 - 7:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTRUCTOR: Hu. This course is for learners without any Chinese language background. Attention is focused on spoken Chinese language and making Chinese language learning fun. When the course is over, students will be able to grasp the four tones in Mandarin Chinese language, understand the pinyin system, carry on simple conversations in Chinese, and have a good foundation for further Chinese language learning. The course consists of 5 2-hour lessons meeting once per week for 5 weeks.
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Instructor: DR JENNY HU  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Mon, Nov 9 - Dec 7, 2009; 5:30 - 7:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTRUCTOR: Hu. This course is for learners without any Chinese language background. Attention is focused on spoken Chinese language and making Chinese language learning fun. When the course is over, students will be able to grasp the four tones in Mandarin Chinese language, understand the pinyin system, carry on simple conversations in Chinese, and have a good foundation for further Chinese language learning. The course consists of 5 2-hour lessons meeting once per week for 5 weeks.
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Instructor: DICK LANDIS  
Location: Dubuque, IA area
Description: Thur, Dec 3 , 2009; 5:30 - 8:30 pm. LOCATION: Dubuque; INSTRUCTOR: Hu. Specifically designed for those interested in international business - whether you already have an established relationship with a Chinese business partner or are still exploring the potential of the Chinese market. This program covers topics on Chinese business, culture, trade history, and role in the world economy. You will learn how to strengthen relationships with your Chinese business partners; distinguish variations among China's ethnic regions and the importance of adjusting your manners to meet expectations in different cities; and the art of greeting and exchanging business cards and gifts 'the Chinese way.' In the second session our instructor will walk you through a multi-course business banquet - giving you practice in proper seating arrangements, returning toasts, and eating a variety of foods with chopsticks.
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Instructor: DR LILY ZHANG  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Sat, Nov 21, 2009; 12:30 - 2:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTRUCTOR: Hu. Chinese characters evolved from pictures and signs, and the Chinese art of calligraphy developed naturally from this unique writing system. The love of calligraphy is deeply ingrained in Chinese scholars and has been handed down to the present day. This workshop is appropriate for both adults and children (though children under age 12 should be accompanied by an adult) . Enjoy a meaningful Saturday afternoon exploring this interesting aspect of Chinese culture.
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Instructor: DR JENNY HU  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Sat, Dec 5, 2009; 12:30 - 2:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTRUCTOR: Hu. Chinese characters evolved from pictures and signs, and the Chinese art of calligraphy developed naturally from this unique writing system. The love of calligraphy is deeply ingrained in Chinese scholars and has been handed down to the present day. This workshop is appropriate for both adults and children (though children under age 12 should be accompanied by an adult) . Enjoy a meaningful Saturday afternoon exploring this interesting aspect of Chinese culture.
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Instructor: DR LILY ZHANG  
Location: Blackhawk Technical College
Description: Wed, Nov 18, 2009; 5:30 - 7:30 pm. LOCATION: Monroe; INSTRUCTOR: Zhang. While 90% of China's population belong to the Han majority, 55 other ethnic groups call this country home; China is truly a unified, multiethnic country. Learn about China's national policy regarding ethnic groups and the five ethnic autonomous regions. Study some of the unique customs of this country's rich heritage. Separate session of this class will meet on the UWP Campus in Platteville, WI, Southwest Tech Campus in Fennimore, WI, Black Hawk Tech Campus in Monroe, WI, and at Loras College in Dubuque, IA.
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Instructor: DR LILY ZHANG  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Thur, Nov 19, 2009; 5:30 - 7:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTRUCTOR: Zhang. While 90% of China's population belong to the Han majority, 55 other ethnic groups call this country home; China is truly a unified, multiethnic country. Learn about China's national policy regarding ethnic groups and the five ethnic autonomous regions. Study some of the unique customs of this country's rich heritage. Separate session of this class will meet on the UWP Campus in Platteville, WI, Southwest Tech Campus in Fennimore, WI, Black Hawk Tech Campus in Monroe, WI, and at Loras College in Dubuque, IA.
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Instructor: DR JENNY HU  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Sat, Dec 12, 2009; 12:30 - 2:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville, INSTRUCTOR: Hu. Paper cuts refer to the unique Chinese handicraft made by cutting paper with scisssors to form different patterns. These cuts and then pasted on walls, windows, doors, and ceilings. With their long history, paper cuts, which originated in China, have been very popular among the ordinary people of China. This workshop is appropriate for both adults and children (though children under age 12 should be accompanied by an adult) . Enjoy a meaningful Saturday afternoon exploring this interesting aspect of Chinese culture.
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Instructor: DR LILY ZHANG  
Location: UW-Platteville Campus
Description: Tues, Nov 10 - Dec 1, 2009; 5:30 - 7:30 pm. LOCATION: Platteville; INSTURCTOR: Hu.This class is suitable for those who plan to visit China or other Mandarin speaking countries. The goal is to give you a jump-start into learning Mandarin Chinese rapidly and effectively. You will learn basic vocabulary iincluding self-introduction, greetings, polite expressions, numbers, dates, seasons, asking for directions, ordering food, shopping, banking, and cash exchanges. Certain aspects of Chinese culture will be introduced through communication exercises. This course is designed for beginning learners with little or no Chinese language background.
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