WeiDong Zhu, Ph.D., interim vice president for academic affairs, was recently invited by the Institute for a Community with Shared Future (ICSF) at Communication University of China (CUC) to attend the 70th anniversary celebration of the university in Beijing.
The ICSF at CUC is a think tank that collaborates with universities and research institutions from 19 countries across the Americas, Asia, Europe and Africa. It has organized multiple high-level think tank forums and promoted China’s international exchange and integration in fields such as publishing, translation, education and cultural creative products.
During his visit, Dr. Zhu delivered a keynote speech at one of CUC’s high-level think tank forums. More than 100 experts and scholars from over 20 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Vietnam, Tanzania, Malaysia, Argentina, Mexico and Venezuela, participated in this forum. The experts discussed the theme “Dialogue and Development—A Shared Future for Mankind,” exploring ways to promote the development and integration of global civilizations.
In the address, Dr. Zhu introduced the history and educational philosophy of Saint Peter’s University to the international guests. Dr. Zhu also engaged in in-depth discussions with experts on promoting collaboration between prestigious international universities and talent development, which garnered widespread recognition and attention.
CUC is the top university in China’s media field, known for its expertise in areas such as television, journalism, broadcasting, photography, animation and film art design. It has produced numerous outstanding talents, including China’s best program hosts, TV directors, photographers, journalists, editors, animation directors and art designers.
During the ceremony, Saint Peter’s University and CUC jointly established the “China-US Research Center for a Community with Shared Future,” aiming to strengthen cooperation between American and Chinese universities and lay the foundation for future joint programs.
