I don't know how many students are aware of the small Chinese treasure we have on the first floor of Cavanaugh, the Confucius Institute at IUPUI. I knew it existed, but had no idea the extent to which it adds to the diversity here on campus. I have recently got to know this place due to my work on our upcoming exhibit, and I just felt I should give it the exposure it deserves. Walking in you are immediately met with cultural artifacts and books galore representing Chinese culture and life. You are drawn in by the friendly staff waiting to help you in any way possible. They have resources galore on study abroad opportunities, language and culture classes offered, and performances going on in the surrounding community. In just two weeks they are sponsoring the "Jiangsu Silk & Bamboo Arts Troupe Performance" at Clowes Hall of Butler University. The show will feature traditional Chinese song and dance, acrobats, and all kinds of other cool things. I definitely suggest anyone interested in Chinese culture or simply just cultural immersion to attend this event. They hope to sponsor many more Chinese cultural events throughout the year.
Also in honor of this event we have decided to bump up our exhibit grand opening. We will officially be presenting our exhibit on September 12, the afternoon before the performance at Clowes hall. We are very excited and hope you all come out to see it!
Oh, and you can find more info about the Confucius Institute at http://www.iupui.edu/~china/events/confucius-institute-inauguration/.
Alise
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