JEASC Conferences

The UCLA-USC Joint East Asian Studies Center (JEASC) organizes annual joint conferences and graduate professional development workshops. These events foster cross-campus exchange between faculty and students studying East Asia as well as explore a wide variety of topics of interest to the professional and local community. 

Media and Culture in Contemporary China

Over 500 people attended Media and Culture in Contemporary China, a two-day conference featuring reknowned Chinese producer Zhang Jizhong on October 21-22, 2011. Organized by JEASC and held on both UCLA and USC campuses, the conference explored the globalization of the Chinese entertainment industry and the impact of film and TV on public perception of history and culture in China. It brought together industry leaders, artists, scholars, students, and the public.

For the conference program, participant bios, videos, media coverage and more, please visit the Media and Culture in Contemporary China website.