Chinese

Chinese studies at Bowdoin offers courses in language and culture—including art, film, government, history, literature, religion, and sociology.

Four levels of Chinese language (Mandarin) are offered to enable the student to develop a high proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students are expected to integrate their language study with courses related to China, in a variety of fields. Serious students are encouraged to study in China.

Scholarship, Creativity, and Recognition: Celebrating Faculty Achievements
From prestigious awards and major research grants to acclaimed performances, exhibitions, publications, and public scholarship, Bowdoin faculty members contributed to their fields in significant and creative ways throughout the spring semester.
More Than a Dozen Bowdoin Graduates Offered Fulbrights, Other Awards
From Denmark to Brazil, from South Korea to Spain, these scholars have secured funding to head overseas to teach English or conduct research in the next academic year.
Almost Two Dozen Students and Alumni Offered Fulbright Awards
Bowdoin students and recent graduates have been offered Fulbrights to teach English or conduct research abroad next year in countries spanning the globe.

Chinese at Bowdoin

Chinese Curriculum