Founded in 2016, the GCC Penn State (PSU) Chapter serves as an extension of  Global China Connection Organization, one of the largest student-run nonprofit organizations in the world. Moreover, throughout our partnership with the Penn State Chinese Language Program, the PSU chapter strives to develop students’ academic and professional skills recommended to succeed considering the constantly evolving interaction between Asian and Western societies. Ultimately, the GCC Penn State Chapter constantly expands its professional network to connect future leaders from diverse backgrounds and equip students with global perspectives on geopolitical, economic, business, and international relations.

More specifically, the PSU Chapter strives to provide students with a community where cultural inclusion is our top priority while putting emphasis on the growing importance of the U.S. – China international relationship. Furthermore, the organization focuses on sharing with both Chinese and non-Chinese students the increasing opportunities and growing demand for young professionals who are familiar with the Chinese culture and language. Separately, one of PSU GCC Chapter’s critical goals include initiatives to expand Penn Staters’ network by providing potential career opportunities across international businesses and organizations.

Finally, the PSU Chapter grows its membership by providing students with seminars, workshops, and other events pertaining to the U.S. – China international relations, Chinese language and culture, professional skills, and career opportunities. on Thursday, October 29th, the PSU Chapter hosted a seminar on “Foundations of the Chinese Culture: The Chinese Way”, where students learned about the history behind developments surrounding the Chinese culture and navigated foundational concepts that describe the way Chinese socially interact in certain environments, in addition to being introduced to several Chinese customs and traditions. Separately, on Thursday, October 22nd, the Chapter hosted a brief education and discussion panel surrounding “U.S. – China Geopolitical Relations”, where students explore the history behind their relationship and discuss the current stage of the U.S. – China tensions and its global impact. Moving forward, t he PSU Chapter plans to kick off its Industry Experts Series, providing students with an opportunity to hear from experienced professionals within select industries explain the impact of current U.S. – China tensions on these industries and his/her perspective on the matter. On December 3rd and December 10th, the Chapter will invite industry experts to join the executive board in a discussion over the Impact of U.S. – China Tensions on “International Relations & Politics” and “Select Business Industries”, respectively.