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Application Is Open Now!
We welcome all students at Duke/DKU and UNC Chapel Hill to apply for the many available positions in our 2023 executive team! You can make huge impacts by organizing one of the most engaging summits on U.S.-China relations!
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What is CLS?
The Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit (CLS) invites leading experts to speak on topics of importance to the U.S.-China relations and create a platform for students from across the United States and all over the world to exchange perspectives on these issues, connect with speakers, and network with one another. CLS hosted students for the first time in spring of 2011. Since then, our annual conference has more than doubled in size from 40 students in 2011 to around 150 students in 2019.
12 Annual Summits
40 Represented Universities
1057 Student Delegates
What Does CLS Do?
CLS brings together the most promising undergraduates from around China and the U.S. each year who are interested in deepening their understanding of China and creating a more productive relationship between the U.S. and China. As a delegate, you will attend panels, roundtable discussions, seminars and keynote speeches led by professionals committed to the U.S.-China relationship in various fields including academia, business, government, and social activism. You will have the chance to discuss some of the most pressing issues pertaining to Sino-U.S. relations with your peers as well as network with our speakers, corporate sponsors and each other.
CONVERSATION
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EXCHANGE OF IDEAS
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NETWORKING
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Opening banquet. Co-Directors Daqi (Jen) Chen and Evan Finley gave their welcoming remarks to the speakers and delegates in 2022.
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Keynote speech. Mr. Kaiser Kuo delivered his speech at the 2022 opening banquet. Speakers are seated at the same tables with delegates to foster interactions.
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Delegates at the banquet. At the opening banquet, speakers and delegates enjoy their locally inspired dinners together and have casual conversations.
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Speaker sessions. Mr. Leland Lazarus chatted with delegates during his presentation on China's Growing Influence in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Roundtable discussions. Delegates and speakers engage in seminar-style conversations and experience meaningful exchange of ideas.
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Networking. During cocktail parties and coffee breaks, delegates and speakers mingle with each other and make many new friends.
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Our Executive Team
As part of our traditions that demonstrate the friendships and collaborations between Duke and UNC Chapel Hill, our executive team consists of a Duke chapter and a UNC chapter. Students in each university have equal representation in our team. Both chapters are equipped with the functions of Logistics, Publicty and Outreach, and Fundraising, where responsibilities and work assignments are shared across the two chapters. Each year, around 15 undergraduate students from each university joined our executive team after a rigorous selection process. From planning and designing to coordinating and implementing, our amazing team members make the summit happen and offer excellent experiences to all participants.
Logistics Team
They manage the nuts and bolts of conference, scrounging the best grub and buses for the best price possible. They arrange housing, meals, and transportation for delegates and speakers, and secures the conference venues. They also maintain good relationships with partner hotels, restaurants, venues, and many other third-party providers.
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Publicity and Outreach Team
They conduct marketing and promotional activities for the conference, publicizing the conference on the Duke and UNC campuses as well as to universities across the U.S., China, and other countries. They grow the conference's reputation in the U.S. and internationally as well as attracting promising delegates to the conference.
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Fundraising Team
They work to procure the funds required to run the conference each year. They draft the appropriate paperwork in support of internal and external grants. Responsibilities also include supporting negotiation in department sponsorships, student senate funding, crowdfunding, and procuring other outside sponsorships and private donations.
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Why Should I Join?
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Connect with Leading Experts
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Work with academics, diplomats, activists, entrepreneurs, journalists ...
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Leadership Experience
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Lead your own subteam or simply guide the whole team with your unique expertise
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Upscale Your Skills
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Project management, negotiation, multimedia tools, data analysis, research ...
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A Strong Alumni Network
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Harvard Law, Yale School of Medicine, Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse, UN, NCUSCR ...
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Unparalleled Team Retreats
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Hot pot, sushi, kareoke, bubble tea, Meet Fresh ... All on us!
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How Should I Apply?
1. Review the expectations of your preferred positions.
2. Fill out the application form by the deadline.
3. Meet with one of our team members if shortlisted.
4. Hear back from us by no later than September 15.
Application Deadlines
UNC Students: August 31st, 2022 @ 11:59 PM EDT
Duke/DKU Students: September 4th, 2022 @ 11:59 PM EDT
UNC Students: August 31st, 2022 @ 11:59 PM EDT
Duke/DKU Students: September 4th, 2022 @ 11:59 PM EDT
Questions?
Contact us via email at [email protected].
Or reach out directly to our exec team members:
Carlos Hua, Duke Director: [email protected]
Violet Evans, UNC Director: [email protected]
Or reach out directly to our exec team members:
Carlos Hua, Duke Director: [email protected]
Violet Evans, UNC Director: [email protected]
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