School of Culture, History & Language

20/05/2026

Join Associate Professor Larissa Schneider (Australian National University) for an upcoming Women in Soil Science–Australia Seminar Series event:

“Science Meets History: Soil Chemical Legacies of Mining and Colonisation”

This seminar explores how historical mining and colonisation have shaped soil contamination and environmental systems across the Southern Hemisphere. Drawing on case studies from Australia and South America, the presentation highlights the long-term environmental consequences of resource extraction and emerging approaches to remediation and sustainable land management.

🗓️ Wednesday, 27 May 2026
🕛 12pm-1pm AEST
📍 Online

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/women-in-soil-science-australia-seminar-series-associate-professor-larissa-schneider

30/04/2026

It’s not every day the Nutbush echoes through a rural village in Dali, Yunnan, China.

As part of ANU’s ASIA3220: Chinese Language Training and Rural China Field Study program, students stepped beyond the classroom to experience life in local communities — from homestays and shared meals to conversations under unfamiliar skies.

For many, the experience challenged assumptions and revealed a side of China not often seen — one shaped by community, daily life, and meaningful connections.

Three weeks, countless perspectives, and an experience that stays with you long after the journey ends.

Discover the full ASIA3220 story here：
https://chl.anu.edu.au/interview/rural-china-close

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Capturing the spirit of ASIA3220: Chinese Language Training and Rural China Field Study — a three-week field school combining intensive Mandarin classes in Dali

22/04/2026

What a splash! Reliving every moment of the CHL's New Year Water Festival 🇲🇲✨

Swipe through to see the highlights from our Thingyan celebration, the dancing, the food, the games, and the gorgeous community that made it all happen.

20/04/2026

Celebrate International Chinese Language Day on April 20.

Chinese is one of the world’s oldest continuously used writing systems, with a history spanning thousands of years. Its characters often carry meaning as well as sound, and have supported the use of written Chinese across different regions over time.

At ANU, studying Chinese offers the opportunity to engage with both the language
and the cultural contexts in which it has developed.
Learn more:
https://chl.anu.edu.au/language-modern-chinese

16/04/2026

Every April, millions of people across Southeast Asia ring in the New Year with water, music, and dancing. This Friday, we're bringing that celebration to ANU.

Come experience the Myanmar Water Festival (Thingyan) with us, live performances, traditional games, and delicious Myanmar food await!

Free entry. Everyone is welcome!!

📅 Friday 17 April, 4–6pm
📍 Coombs Tea Room, HC Coombs Building, ANU

16/04/2026

Waiting for the day — Immersia awaits our collaboration :) which nearly happened in 2025!

09/04/2026

From a broken bus in the middle of the steppe to a warm welcome inside a local ger, Flynn’s experience in Mongolia was shaped by moments he never expected.

What started as an interest in Turkic languages soon became something more — a deeper connection to people, place, and culture. Studying Mongolian not only challenged him but also opened up new ways of understanding the world around him.

“Learning Mongolian proved both challenging and rewarding.”

It was beyond the classroom where the experience truly came to life — through generosity, curiosity, and encounters that turned unfamiliar places into meaningful memories.

Discover Flynn’s Mongolian journey here: https://chl.anu.edu.au/news/when-language-opens-doors-and-gers

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02/04/2026

What happens when a literary classic travels across cultures?

The Other Side of the Mirror brings together global scholars to explore Dream of the Red Chamber across the Pacific Rim—refracted through translation, interpretation, and cultural exchange.

🗓 Date: 8 & 9 April 2026
⏰ Time: 9am to 5pm
📍 Venue: CIW Seminar Room, China in the World, Building 188, Acton, ANU

Join us for this international conversation on one of the world’s most enduring literary works—where meaning shifts depending on which side of the mirror you stand.

Know more: https://chl.anu.edu.au/event/other-side-mirror-2nd-international-conference-dream-red-chamber-across-pacific-rim

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19/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to all who are celebrating 🌙✨

May this day bring joy, reflection, and moments of togetherness with those who matter most.

Whether it’s through shared meals, quiet gratitude, or community connection, we hope your Eid is filled with meaning and warmth.



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01/02/2026

The January 2026 edition of CHL Crosscurrents is out now! ✨

This month’s highlights include:

🐎 a deep dive into the Year of the Fire Horse and what it means;
🌏 reflections from students returning from Mongolia;
📚 updates on language learning and education; and
🎓 stories from our summer scholars.

👉 Read the full newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/8972425cdeaa/chl-crosscurrents-monthly-newsletter-jan26-6761234

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