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Beijing has been experiencing dense smog on and off in January 2013 due to recent weather conditions which prevent pollutants from dispersing. Air pollution in China caused by industrial and transportation emissions, augmented by a significantly increased number of vehicles, is an ongoing and onerous challenge, particularly in the densely populated capital city.

The following message was circulated via the SECUSS-L listserv.

Dear Colleagues:

I hope that 2013 is off to a great start for all of you.

Each term, Alliance students on our Shanghai programs go head-to-head in a Chinese speech contest.  This friendly competition is a wonderful opportunity for Alliance students to practice their Chinese language and public speaking skills outside of the rigorous daily course schedule.  Please join us in congratulating the fall 2012 winners at their various levels!

Group 1: Beginning I-II
Arturo Romo (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
Chelsea Owyeung (Babson College)

The Alliance for Global Education published our 19th newsletter on November 8, 2012, featuring recent events, program development, and upcoming opportunities related to our study abroad programs in China and India. This issue discussed the following topics. Please browse the archives for more information.

• Business and Economics Programs in Asia
• Spring 2013 China Deadline Extension
• Warm Wishes for Diwali
• Meet the Alliance at Conferences

The following message was circulated via the SECUSS-L listserv.

Dear Colleagues:

I hope you're all well, and that those of you on the east coast weathered the storm and are safe.

The Alliance for Global Education is pleased to share that we are able to extend the deadlines for our Spring 2013 programs in China.  Please encourage interested students to apply as soon as possible, but no later than December 1.

The Alliance's programs in China include:       

The following message was circulated via the SECUSS-L listserv.

Dear Colleagues:

The Alliance for Global Education is pleased to share that, because of expanded capacity, we are able to extend the deadline for our Spring 2013 program in Pune, India.  "Contemporary India:  Development, Environment, Public Health" allows students to delve into complex development issues through a community-based directed research project, internship, or documentary film.  An optional concentration in economics is also available. 

All Alliance students have been confirmed safe amid heightened emotions and anti-Japan demonstrations across China.  Students are being urged to use caution and avoid demonstration areas in their program location or when traveling.  We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share additional information as necessary.

The following message was circulated via the SECUSS-L listserv.

Dear Colleagues:

I hope that you're well and that your fall semester is off to a great start.  I'm writing to draw your attention to the following application deadlines for the Alliance for Global Education's Spring 2013 programs.

Note that applications for all programs are accepted on a rolling basis, so please encourage students to apply early.

October 15:  All Alliance programs in India, including:

The Alliance for Global Education published our 18th newsletter on September 13, 2012, featuring recent events, program development, and upcoming opportunities related to our study abroad programs in China and India. This issue discussed the following topics. Please browse the archives for more information.

All Alliance students have been confirmed safe and accounted for following an earthquake in Yunnan Province, China.  No Alliance students were traveling in that area at the time.

More information can be found at: http://www.csmonitor.com/World/Latest-News-Wires/2012/0907/China-earthquakes-damage-20-000-homes-leave-50-dead