Get Ready to Study in the US Today

Thinking about studying in the US? In today's fast-changing global environment, students, families, and educators are rethinking overseas education plans. From changing visa policies to career prospects and the long-term value of an international degree, studying in the US presents both new opportunities and important considerations.


Join AmCham China on April 28 at the Chamber's Beijing office for a half-day, in-person event designed to help you get ready for studying in the US. Hear the latest US visa updates directly from the US Embassy in China, along with practical insights from education experts and industry professionals on navigating uncertainty and preparing for success.


This event will cover essential visa guidance, the latest trends in US study, strategies for making informed study decisions, and practical advice on how students can prepare academically, culturally, and emotionally for their journey abroad.


Whether you are a prospective student, a parent planning for your child's future, or an educator supporting international pathways, this session will equip you with the insights and tools you need to confidently take the next step toward studying in the US.


Event Details:

  • Date & Time: 14:30 – 16:50, April 28 (Tuesday), 2026
  • Format: In-Person Event
  • Language: English (Embassy & keynotes) | Chinese (panel)
  • Location:5F, Wework 5C, Gate 5, Pacific Century Place, 2A Workers' Stadium North Road, Chaoyang District (盈科中心C座5号门5层5C)
  • Contact: Melody Wen, mwen@amchamchina.org


Important Notes:

  • Registration closes at 6 PM Beijing Time on April 27, 2025.
  • Refunds will not be issued within 48 hours of the event.
  • Walk-ins will not be permitted.


This event is complimentary for all AmCham China members and offer-holder students. Please RSVP by April 27.

Agenda

Schedule and topics are subject to change. Please check back for updates.

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Registration
2:45 PM - 2:55 PM
Welcome Remarks
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM
Insights from the US Embassy
· Latest US Visa Updates
· Key Considerations for Visa Applicants
·Q&A
· Latest US Visa Updates
· Key Considerations for Visa Applicants
·Q&A
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3:25 PM - 3:55 PM
US Study Trends & Preparing for Life Abroad
-Emerging Trends in US Study
-Student Mental Health & Well-being
-Travel & Pre-departure Guidance
-Emerging Trends in US Study
-Student Mental Health & Well-being
-Travel & Pre-departure Guidance
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3:55 PM - 4:40 PM
Panel Discussion | Studying in the US: Opportunities, Risks, and Smart Planning
4:40 PM - 4:50 PM
Audience Q&A and Closing Remarks

Speakers

Stay tuned for more speaker announcements.

  • Perry Landesberg (Vice Consul at US Embassy in Beijing)

    Perry Landesberg

    Vice Consul at US Embassy in Beijing

  • Dr. Chris Oniya (Professor & Lecturer at University of International Business and Economics (UIBE))

    Dr. Chris Oniya

    Professor & Lecturer at University of International Business and Economics (UIBE)

    Chris Oniya, Ph.D.
    Business Management, University of International Business and Economics
    Current Roles:
    • General Secretary, International Alumni Association
    • Board Member, Alumni Association
    • Advisor, International Student Union (overseeing 27 chapters in BRICS, Southeast Asia, North and South America)
    • Professor & Lecturer, University of International Business and Economics (Business English, English Public Speaking)

    Key Achievements:
    • Peking University Speech: Represented the university at the “China and the World in the Eyes of Young Students” event, hosted by the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
    • China-US Exchange: Shared insights on China-US relations at the 2024 “Guling Yuan” Youth Dialogue in Fuzhou. Coverage by China People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and The Paper.

    路易博士(Dr. Chris Oniya),对外经济贸易大学企业管理学博士。
    现任对外经济贸易大学国际校友会总秘书长、校友总会理事、国际学生会顾问,负责27个国家的分会,包括金砖四国、东南亚国家、南北美洲国家。
    同时担任对外经济贸易大学讲师,教授商务英语和英语演讲等课程。
    曾在外交部领事司主办的“我眼中的中国与世界——青年留学生对话中国外交官”主题活动中代表对外经济贸易大学在北京大学发表演讲;
    在福州举办的2024“鼓岭缘”中美交流基金会青年对话会中分享了对中美交流的精彩见解,被中国人民对外友好协会和澎湃新闻等多家新闻媒体报道;
    作为对外经济贸易大学外国专家参加2024中国——东盟教育交流周。
    曾参加北大纵横管理咨询集团以及和君商学院国际班的商业培训,在哥伦比亚大学、哈佛大学和莱斯大学开展金融投资研究项目;
    是埃隆·马斯克的脑机接口公司 Neuralink(神经连接)、美国私有金融科技公司 Ripple(瑞波支付)、NFT交易平台 Opensea(欧纵)、生物科技公司 Colossal 和人工智能公司 OpenAI 的早期投资者。
    此外,创立了 YOOFU(Youth of Our Future United),一个专注于青少年国际文化教育的平台,旨在培养具有全球视野的未来领导者。
    多次获得“来华留学生社会活动积极分子”、教育部“优秀来华留学生奖学金”、“对外经济贸易大学校友工作突出贡献奖”等荣誉奖项

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  • Mary Chan (Partner & Clinical Mental Health Counsellor at COGNITIVE ASSURANCE LIFE MANAGEMENT(CALM) INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.)

    Mary Chan

    Partner & Clinical Mental Health Counsellor at COGNITIVE ASSURANCE LIFE MANAGEMENT(CALM) INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.

    Mary Chan is a Clinical Mental Health Counsellor and an award-winning tv/film producer. She is from Hong Kong, received her professional training in the United States Pacific Graduate School of Psychology and is certified in Canada.

    She is currently a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, American Counselling Association, Canadian Association for Play Therapy, Association for Contextual Behavioural Science and Chi Sigma Iota, the counselling academic and professional honour society international.

    Mary has worked previously with International SOS and Raffles Medical Group and is currently a partner with CALM International. Having worked with a Hollywood studio has enriched her exposure to different cultures and dynamics around the world and that multicultural experience and appreciation have benefitted her current role as a therapist and trainer.

    Mary Chan has over ten years of experience working with international schools across China, providing counseling, crisis support, and psychoeducational services to students, parents, and educators. She specializes in treating mood disorders, relationship and family issues, developmental trauma in children, and grief. Her multicultural fluency, combined with a background in media and corporate leadership, enhances her ability to connect with globally mobile families and school communities. In both on-campus and clinical settings, she has been a trusted partner in helping schools address mental health challenges with compassion and cultural awareness.
    陈慧贞是一位临床心理健康咨询师,她还是一位获奖影视制片人。她来自中国香港,在美国太平洋心理学研究生院接受专业培训,并在加拿大获得认证。目前是加拿大咨询和心理治疗协会、美国心理咨询协会、加拿大儿童游戏治疗协会、国际语境行为科学协会和 Chi Sigma Iota(国际咨询学术与专业荣誉学会)的成员。

    陈慧贞在中国与多所国际学校合作超过十年,为学生、家长及教育工作者提供心理咨询、危机干预及心理健康教育等服务。她擅长治疗情绪障碍、人际关系与家庭问题、儿童发展性创伤及哀辅导。凭借多元文化背景及传媒和企业领导经验,她能敏锐察觉和理解国际家庭在跨文化环境下的挑战与适应需求。无论是在校园内还是在临床环境中,她始终以专业与同理心和文化意识为基础,协助学校妥善有效地应对心理健康方面的挑战,深受信赖。

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  • Jingyu Wang (Executive Director of Notre Dame Beijing, University of Notre Dame.)

    Jingyu Wang

    Executive Director of Notre Dame Beijing, University of Notre Dame.

    Jingyu Wang serves as the executive director of the Beijing Global Gateway, University of Notre Dame.

    Wang previously taught at Princeton University as a Lecturer in New Jersey. She also worked as the Research Associate at University of Notre Dame to coordinate the US Department of Education Title VI project with the theme “Undergraduate International Studies & Foreign Language". Wang was the founding Director of Chengdu American Center for Study Abroad from 2012 to 2018 in collaboration with Chengdu Municipal Government in China.

    Wang earned her master’s degree in Applied Linguistics from Beijing Normal University. She used to teach Chinese literature at Daqing No. 4 High School. Additionally, Wang was a co-author of A Kaleidoscope of China through Princeton University Press in 2009.

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  • Katie Beck (Head of External Relations at WAB)

    Katie Beck

    Head of External Relations at WAB

  • Stephanie Tong (General Sales Manager, North China at United Airlines)

    Stephanie Tong

    General Sales Manager, North China at United Airlines

    Stephanie is the Northern China Regional Sales Manager for United Airlines, based in Beijing, where she leads passenger sales operations across the region. She brings more than 20 years of experience in the aviation and travel industry, with deep expertise in commercial strategy, distribution, and corporate account management.

    She began her career with Air China, building a strong foundation in Revenue Management and Public Relations. She later expanded her communications and stakeholder engagement experience through PR leadership roles at Richina Underwater World and San Miguel China Investment.

    Stephanie joined United Airlines as a Corporate Account Manager, where she successfully managed key Fortune 500 and leading Chinese corporate clients within the China Point of Sale (POS) market. Her strong commercial acumen and relationship management capabilities have contributed significantly to business growth and customer engagement.

    In recognition of her outstanding performance, Stephanie was honored with the Chairman’s Award in 2011 and received the Leadership Recognition Award in 2025. In her current role, she oversees a broad portfolio of sales distribution channels, including BSP agencies, online travel agencies (OTAs), tour operators, and corporate sales.

    United Airlines currently operates the most extensive network of direct flights from Greater China to the United States, offering 52 weekly nonstop services from Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong to San Francisco and Los Angeles, with onward connections to more than 280 destinations across the Americas.

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    Claudia Chen

    Head of Technology at IGS

Tickets

AmCham China Member
Member Price Complimentary
Ticket for Students with Offers
Standard Price Complimentary
Non-Members
Standard Price RMB 450

Venue

5F, Wework 5C, Gate 5, Pacific Century Place, 2A Workers' Stadium North Road, Chaoyang District (盈科中心C座5号门5层5C)

Beijing, Chaoyang District, China

If you have any questions please contact Melody Wen

Contact Organizer

+86 85190864

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