OVER THE PAST 5 YEARS

DLS trains hundreds of Chinese students every year in many dialects at all proficiency levels, fostering a communal learning environment while tailoring training to each individual student.

 

 

 

 

OUR TEAM

Our experienced Chinese instructors come from diverse backgrounds, and many have past careers in China and its surrounding regions. This real-world experience informs their instruction and allows for specialized language training. Our instructors are expertly versed in the ILR FSI and DLPT language proficiency tests, skillfully adapting their teaching methods to accommodate students' proficiency levels and backgrounds. 

 

 

Our Chinese instructors cover every Chinese dialect and include:

  • Provincial government news reporter for the Guanxi Daily in China
  • PhD in Chinese Film and Playwriting 
  • Government official on Economic Committee of Harbin City, China 
  • Editor for major Chinese publishing house 
  • Uyghur linguists from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region 
  • Career Chinese cyber intel analyst 
  • Engineer for thermal energy institute in Tianjin, China 
  • Live news anchor for Chinese news channel 
  • Chinese social media strategist for major apps like Weibo and WeChat 
  • Chinese language attaché for U.S. Embassy in China 
  • PhD and distinguished lecturer from Beijing Institute of Technology 
 

 


Student Feedback

 

“It was a great class, perfectly paced and fun. A great introduction to the language. My instructor was wonderful, very patient, and with a positive attitude. She understood my objective - to become basically familiar with the language, and did not push me too hard. I really enjoyed working with her. It's always a pleasure working with the staff there! I also like the facility, it's in a convenient location, and I love the amenities (library, kitchen, etc.).”
- DLS Chinese student, Anonymous

“[I had] a fantastic teacher and did an amazing job. He was always prepared and did a great job reinforcing the material between classes. He was able to personalize every lesson to my needs. He was a strong teacher in listening, reading, and speaking. He prepared exceptionally well for every class and took feedback into account into editing lessons to tailor to my needs."
- DLS Chinese student, Sharon T.

“Appreciated having a program director to provide feedback to, as well as the mid-program email that prompted feedback. The ability to course correct made all the difference."
- DLS Chinese student, Madison L.

"My teacher was fantastic! I truly enjoyed and looked forward to my lessons. I'm genuinely surprised at how much I was able to absorb and my teacher's enthusiasm and praise has made me excited to continue to learn Chinese.”
- DLS Chinese student, Lisa P.


 

 

Events

 

Our Hot Pot Potluck event was a delightful fusion of flavors, where students and teachers gathered to share and savor an authentic culinary experience.

 

Honoring the Lunar New Year, our yearly celebration is a vibrant tapestry of cultural traditions, community, and traditional cuisine.

Students engaged in an immersive exploration of U.S. freedom of speech, showcasing their language proficiency and critical thinking, enriching their understanding and contributing significantly to the discourse