Chinese delegates to visit NAU

A delegation representing nine Chinese universities will be visiting Northern Arizona University next week to consider expanding their participation in the "1-2-1" partnership program here.

The program provides students who have successfully completed their first year of study at a participating university in China an opportunity to study at NAU for two years, then return to China to complete their studies. The students earn dual degrees from NAU and their home university.

Seventeen Chinese students from nine different Chinese universities are currently attending NAU as part of the exchange.

"We are extremely enthusiastic about these partnerships," said NAU provost Liz Grobsmith. "Broadening our exchange with Chinese universities also supports our efforts to further internationalize our campus."