Get Ready to Study in the US

Join us for a two-hour event hosted by AmCham China on May 14, 2025, where we will guide you through the essential steps to begin your study journey in the United States.


This event will feature expert insights from representatives of the U.S. Embassy, EducationUSA, and esteemed universities, including the University of Minnesota and the University of Notre Dame. Participants will learn about the latest trends in U.S. study, visa procedures, and how to prepare for life and academics in the U.S.


Whether you're a prospective student, a parent, or an educator, this event is designed to provide you with crucial information and practical tips to navigate the U.S. study experience. Stay for a Q&A session to address any questions related to U.S. student visas, campus life, and financial planning.


Event Details:

  • Date & Time: 15:30 – 17:30, May 14, 2025
  • Format: In-Person Event
  • Language: English for the Embassy's session and Chinese for the panels
  • 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: Dandan Li, dli@amchamchina.org

Important Notes:

  • Registration closes at 6 PM Beijing Time on May 12, 2025.
  • Walk-ins will not be permitted.
  • Refunds will not be issued within 48 hours of the event.


This event is open to all AmCham China members. Attendees are required to RSVP by May 12 to confirm attendance.

Agenda

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

3:30 PM - 3:40 PM
Registration
3:40 PM - 3:45 PM
Welcome Remarks
3:45 PM - 4:25 PM
Insights from the US Embassy Officials
• Overview of latest trends in US study
• Updates on visa policies and procedures
• Q&A session with the officials
4:25 PM - 4:55 PM
Tips for Study in the US
4:55 PM - 5:15 PM
Parent to Parent: Navigating the U.S. College Transition
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Q&A and Conclusion

Speakers

Stay tuned for more speaker announcements.

  • Erin Metcalf (Public Engagement Officer at U.S. Embassy Beijing)

    Erin Metcalf

    Public Engagement Officer at U.S. Embassy Beijing

    Erin Metcalf is public engagement officer currently serving as the head of EducationUSA programming for U.S. Embassy Beijing. Prior to joining the United States Foreign Service, Erin worked in strategic communications, primarily with public education and not for profit organizations. Originally from North Carolina, Erin received her bachelor’s in public relations and master’s in mass communication from the University of South Carolina in Columbia, S.C. Erin speaks Mandarin and Spanish.

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  • Katie Beck (Head of External Relations at WAB)

    Katie Beck

    Head of External Relations at WAB

  • Fran Liu (Director of China Office of University of Minnesota)

    Fran Liu

    Director of China Office of University of Minnesota

    Fran Liu joined the University of Minnesota (U of M) China Office in 2019. Her work focuses on advancing the University brand systemwide by sharing U of M information with prospective students and families, engaging the Chinese alumni communities, and developing educational collaborations between the University and its partners in China.

    As the University representative office in China, Fran and her team have achieved a 15% annual growth in follower base through social media marketing and signature events each year. Fran has been invited by the EducationUSA Beijing Office as a speaker to co-present the annual counselors' training workshops.

    Before joining U of M, Fran worked in marketing, business development, and public affairs from local start-ups to U.S. Fortune 500s. Fran is a dynamic and innovative problem-solver who grew business revenue tremendously in her entrepreneurial experiences. Fran holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities and earned her master's degree in business from the University of Washington - Seattle, Foster School of Business.

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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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  • Anne Liu (Co-Founder of DDC Academy)

    Anne Liu

    Co-Founder of DDC Academy

    Anne Liu holds degrees from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Stevens Institute of Technology, and completed her Kellogg EMBA. After 20 years in leadership roles across top finance and tech firms, she founded DDC Academy in 2014 to bring world-class educational resources to gifted students worldwide.
    Under her leadership, DDC has partnered with Penn State and MIT to introduce cutting-edge STEM courses, VR-based science labs, and full-English academic programs led by an international team of educators. DDC also offers CogAT and Iowa assessments across Asia to help families identify and nurture their children’s academic potential.

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  • Mei Wang (耶鲁创新学者,高瓴资本运营合伙人,耶鲁管理学院导师,清华大学苏世民书院业界导师,爱文世界学校顾问委员会成员,联合创始人 at Inner Circle Empower Woman)

    Mei Wang

    耶鲁创新学者,高瓴资本运营合伙人,耶鲁管理学院导师,清华大学苏世民书院业界导师,爱文世界学校顾问委员会成员,联合创始人 at Inner Circle Empower Woman

    Mei是一位拥有30余年国际教育经验的资深教育专家,始终坚信教育的核心在于促进人的自我成长。作为两个儿子的母亲,她多年致力于推动女性与社会的连接,以及中国与世界的相互交流。Mei追求的生命意义是不断为身边的人和社会带来积极的改变。

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Tickets

AmCham China-Members
Standard Price Complimentary
Non-Members
Standard Price RMB 450
Ticket for an offer-holder student
Standard Price Complimentary

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 Dandan Li

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