UNLV prepares to open Sands Chinese cultural center
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — In a few months, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas is set to open its Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture.
UNLV Officer in Charge Chris Heavey said the university is launching new programs for students exploring the country's philosophy and history.
'We've always believed that the connection between Las Vegas specifically and China have been extremely strong from the tourism industry but also the convention business,' Heavey explained. 'We've actually had our first language course launch about a week ago where people can come in to learn conversational Mandarin for free at the language and cultural institute.'
Students can also have the opportunity to study abroad, immersing themselves in China's contemporary society while enhancing their academic and professional skills. UNLV's faculty staff spent the last two summers traveling to China establishing relationships.
'One of the lead partners in the Sands Chinese Language and Cultural Institute will be Sun Yat-sen University which is located in Guangzhou China. It's a major research university,' Heavey added.
Jenny Koo, president of Nevada's Chinese Association, said this center will help showcase China's rich heritage.
'I also think it's a good time to share more about our culture like most people know about Chinese dance or instruments and we can do more cultural stuff like more in-depth like this tea bowl is 800 to 1,000 years ago like when you see it maybe you didn't know about that,' Koo said.
With a growing Chinese population in the Las Vegas valley, Koo said she's proud to see so many people sparking interest in Chinese culture.
'We can do more economics and business so I think that's good for us in the community to see everything that is growing to be a bridge for the tourists and the community,' Koo said.
The institute will be located at UNLV's Maryland administrative building on Maryland Parkway and Flamingo Road. The Las Vegas Sands donated $15 million to help sponsor these classes and events.
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