The United States lags in international comparisons partly because other countries begin language education at a much younger age, said Vivien Stewart, vice president for education for Asia Society.

The spring 2025 Welcome Workshop will take place on January 23 and 24. The spring semester will run from January 27 to April 28. English has become the language of international communication. Our ...

What would it take to have five percent of American high school students learning Chinese by 2015? This essay recommends a national commitment and investments in teaching Chinese language and culture.