The Chinese Drama
Hsi Cheng
Thursday, 01 Dec 1966 at 4:00 pm – Great Hall, Memorial Union
Professor Hsi Cheng, born in Peking, China, in 1919 is now an associate professor in the Department of Chinese and Oriental Studies at the state University of Iowa. he received his B.A. in 1948 from Yenching University in China and his M. Litt. in 1963 from Cambridge University. Both degrees are in Oriental literature. professor Cheng is the author of several books on the Chinese language and literature. Part of the World Affairs Series: The Problem of ChinaStay for the entire event, including the brief question-and-answer session that follows the formal presentation. Most events run 75 minutes.
Sign-ins are after the event concludes. For lectures in the Memorial Union, go to the information desk in the Main Lounge. In other academic buildings, look for signage outside the auditorium.
Lecture Etiquette
- Stay for the entire lecture and the brief audience Q&A. If a student needs to leave early, he or she should sit near the back and exit discreetly.
- Do not bring food or uncovered drinks into the lecture.
- Check with Lectures staff before taking photographs or recording any portion of the event. There are often restrictions. Cell phones, tablets and laptops may be used to take notes or for class assignments.
- Keep questions or comments brief and concise to allow as many as possible.