Chinese Students and Scholars Association
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The Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) is the official organization for overseas Chinese students and scholars registered in most colleges, universities, and institutions outside of China. CSSA is mostly responsible for helping away-from-home Chinese in their life, study, work, and other issues. CSSA also serves as a bridge between the Chinese and other communities, spreading Chinese culture.
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[edit] CSSA chapters
Here is the basic information of some example CSSA chapters at various universities.
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[edit] CSSA at University of Pittsburgh, USA
- Website: www.PittCSSA.net.
- Mission: Chinese Students & Scholars Association (CSSA) at the University of Pittsburgh is dedicated to serve the interests and benefits of all Chinese students, scholars and other CSSA members in the University community.
- Organization: There is a standing committee to serve as the major organizer. About 700 members are currently registered with this organization.
- Activities: There are five(5) clubs in the organization which are Table Tennis Club, Badminton Club, Volleyball Club, Karaoke Club, and Movie Club. Annual regular social events include: Spring Festival, Chinese Moon Festival, Karaoke Contest, Sports Contest, and so on, among which Spring Festival is the biggest event held by Pitt CSSA every year.
[edit] CSSA at University of Delaware, USA
- Website: copland.udel.edu/stu-org/CSSA/
- Goal: To provide help and unity to all the Chinese living and working here. Aimed to bring convenience and entertainment to the overseas life of the Chinese people here. Also responsible for spreading and introducing Chinese culture to our foreign friends. In addition, to protect Chinese people's rights and interests.
- Membership: Approximately 500 members.
