Geng village\u27s storytelling tradition: Preserving China\u27s intangible cultural heritage
In the summer of 2010, Professor Sophia Geng and five CSB/SJU student researchers went to North C... more In the summer of 2010, Professor Sophia Geng and five CSB/SJU student researchers went to North China to research on China\u27s storytelling tradition and efforts being made to safeguard China\u27s traditional arts. The research team was sponsored by ASIANetwork Freeman Foundation Student-Faculty Fellowship. The trip was memorable and life-changing for each member of the team. In this Forum, Professor Geng and the student researchers will share their research experiences, their findings and their reflections on undergraduate, cross-cultural research with our community
Good morning, class of 2022, Johnnies, Bennies, Students of SOT, members of our monastic communit... more Good morning, class of 2022, Johnnies, Bennies, Students of SOT, members of our monastic community, guests, staff and fellow faculty: Today is a very special day: it marks the beginning of a new school year and what is more exciting, it marks the entrance of class of 2022 into this great community. Saint John's University, founded in 1857, is grounded in the Benedictine tradition, which dates back to the 6 th century. Based on the Rule of Benedict, a Benedictine education aims to transform the human mind and heart through cultivation of values such as: listening, hospitality, taking counsel, reverence of all persons, and pursuit of the common good.
Songs of Courage: Missionaries in Occupied China During World War II
In April 1938, under Japanese bombers, hundreds of wounded Chinese soldiers sang army songs at Ka... more In April 1938, under Japanese bombers, hundreds of wounded Chinese soldiers sang army songs at Kaifeng railway station in Henan Province, China. This was the only way left for the soldiers to show their gratitude to the approximately seventy missionaries from the United States and Europe who were treating their wounded, burying their dead, and caring for their weak. From April to June 1938, these missionaries treated over 50,000 wounded Chinese soldiers. In the winter of 1941, with the onset of Pearl Harbor, these missionaries were deemed as enemy nationals by the Japanese army and put into concentration camps. Amidst aggression, destruction and death their songs became a voice of courage, compassion, and hope for the suffering. Among all the sounds of occupation, these international missionaries struck a unique tone that transcended the boundaries of personal welfare, political entanglements, and nation-states
In this essay, the author shares several teaching strategies that she adopted in her Chinese folk... more In this essay, the author shares several teaching strategies that she adopted in her Chinese folklore and mythology class that she believes are instrumental in building an inclusive and equitable learning environment. These teaching strategies include in-class reflective writing and discussion, inclusive group projects, and the design of a grading rubric with inclusivity as a component. At the end of the essay, the author also gives two tips to her fellow colleagues regarding including potentially marginalized students.
Headwaters the Faculty Journal of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John S University, 2012
Young Soldier 1 got up with great content. He closed the door gently behind him and walked into t... more Young Soldier 1 got up with great content. He closed the door gently behind him and walked into the spacious living room. His mother, Eighth Grandma, 2 was sitting at the breakfast table. She had prepared stir-fried eggs, soybean milk, and deep-fried buns for her son. Now they were getting cold. "Ma, why didn't you eat first?" Young Soldier gave a big smile to his mother. "When have I eaten by myself? Why can't you eat with me now?"
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