5th China-America Student Conference Application

The 5th China-America Student Conference Application

Deadline: January 3rd, 11:59 PM EST - Late applications considered as needed
The 5th China-America Student Conference (ChASC5) seeks a diverse delegation that represents a cross-section of the United States and Chinese student population. Full-time university students, at any level of study, are strongly encouraged to apply. The main conference will be conducted in English and no previous studies with Asia are required. ChASC does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, marital status or sexual orientation.

All application materials will remain confidential and can only be seen by members of the ChASC Executive Committee. If you have any questions or concerns, please email chasc@iscdc.org!

ChASC5 will be in (Shanghai, Suzhou, Xi'an, and Beijing, China, from July 5th-20th, 2025). For more details, please view https://iscdc.org/chasc/.

请您以黑色文字填写该表格；请在完成该申请表后，发送您的申请表、成绩单、简历三个文件一起至邮箱：chasc@iscdc.org.

如您有任何额外文件及信息需要告知我们，也欢迎随上述三个文件附属（如您的推荐信、获奖信息、作品等），我们非常乐意了解更多的你！

填写中如有任何疑问，欢迎随时微信联系(ISC-CHASC).我们期待您的加入！
Full Name:*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Birth Date:*

MonthDayYear
Phone Number with Country Code:*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail:*
example@example.com
Alternate E-mail:*
example@example.com
How did you learn about ChASC? Select all that apply:*

EmailGoogle / Search EngineSocial Media (Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, etc.)Social Media AdsISC WebsiteLinkedInHandshakeCareer Service Office / Study Abroad OfficeISC AlumniProfessor/MentorClub/OrganizationOther
Please specify 'Other':
Gender:

FemaleOther/NonbinaryMaleI prefer not to answer
Note: The above question is for applicant data analysis purposes only. It will NOT impact your application result and will be removed from the application during the review process.
What is your Ethnicity? Please choose all that apply:

White or CaucasianBlack or African AmericanMiddle Eastern / North AfricanHispanic / LatinoKorean OR Korean-AmericanChinese OR Chinese-AmericanJapanese OR Japanese-AmericanAsian (Northeast - those not included as separate categories such as Mongolian)Asian (South - such as Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka)Asian (Southeast - such as Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam)Other
Please specify 'Other':
Note: The above question is for applicant data analysis purposes only. It will NOT impact your application result and will be removed from the application during the review process.
What college do you currently attend and what is your current academic year? (If you have already graduated, put the school you graduated from most recently):*
What is your expected graduation date/when did you graduate:*
What is your highest degree:*
What is your Major/Area of Study:*
Which delegation are you applying for? The delegation you apply for represents the perspective you feel most comfortable presenting on. If you do not identify with either delegation, feel free to fill in an 'other' category with your nationality or country/region of origin (China/U.S/other): *
Ex.: American Delegation, Chinese Delegation, etc.
Are there any constraints that might affect your ability to participate in the conference?:

I will be seeking financial support for my participation of the conferenceI have health conditions or concerns that might impact my ability to participate in the conferenceI am also seeking other opportunities that overlap with the conference datesOther
Please specify 'Other':
Note: The above question is for applicant data analysis purposes only. It will NOT impact your application result and will be removed from the application during the review process.
Are you interested in applying for scholarships outside of the ISC Plant a Tree Diplomatic Scholarship?:*

YesNo
Please upload your unofficial/official transcript: *

Cancelof
Please upload a copy of your resume:*

Cancelof
Please upload a Letter of Recommendation/ any additional (writing) materials that you would like to share (OPTIONAL):

Cancelof
Please choose your first preferred roundtable:*

Global GovernancePerspective and SocietyAgriculture and EnvironmentLanguage and Cultural Heritage
Please choose your second preferred roundtable:*

Global GovernancePerspective and SocietyAgriculture and EnvironmentLanguage and Cultural Heritage
i.e What is a roundtable?
SHORT ANSWER: What motivated you to choose a conference on US-China relations? What insights or lessons do you hope to gain from this conference?:*

0/500
SHORT ANSWER: What topics are you most interested in, or think are the most important to discuss during the conference? Why?:*

0/500
SHORT ANSWER: How do you approach sensitive or differing opinions and values in conversation? How will you respond to people you don’t agree with, or people who don’t agree with you?:*

0/500
SHORT ANSWER: ChASC is an intensive academic program that may require delegates to deal with sudden schedule changes or plans. How have you demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in your life?*

0/500
By submitting this application, I understand that:

Should I be accepted but choose not to participate in the conference, I will notify the Executive Committee at chasc@iscdc.org and provide an explanation for my decision.

The Executive Committee will NOT provide individual feedback for applicants due to the constraints of the application process.

If there are questions concerning the application process or concerns regarding anything, I will email chasc@iscdc.org and the Executive Committee will reply to the best of their ability.

Application decisions and waitlists will be finalized in January. Please do not contact the Executive Committee about the reception of materials or application status before this time period.
If you have any issues with filling out this application, please fill out the Google Doc version, and send it to chasc@iscdc.org. If there are still issues, email the Executive Committee at the same address and we will contact you shortly to problem-solve.
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