Marvels of China: Pathways to the Pacific Rim on AM 1490 WGCH and Anywhere on WGCH.com: May 2018

Monday, May 28, 2018

Coming Up Next: Chancellor Lu Fan, Wenzhou Medical University

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High-level strategic partnerships between American and Chinese healthcare academics, policymakers and health industries are growing. These constructive collaborations strive to improve people's lives. This meeting of great minds serves to promote the advancement of global health through exchanges of knowledge, ideas and experiences for the betterment of all.

Joining me today by phone from New York City is Dr. Lu Fan, of Wenzhou Medical University (WMU), Zhejiang Province, China.

Fan was director of the Eye Hospital and dean of the School of Ophthalmology. She was the president of Wenzhou Medical University until April 2018 when she was appointed WMU’s chancellor.

Chancellor Fan graduated from WMU, majoring in General Medicine, completing a residency in ophthalmology and a Masters in Optics in Ophthalmology. In 2002 she graduated from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts.

Fan is a pioneer in establishing ophthalmology and optometric medical programs throughout China. Under her leadership Wenzhou Medical University’s eye hospital became one of China's most outstanding, covering eye care for a population totaling 20 million in Zhejiang Province.

She has been conferred several national science and education awards in China. Her current research focuses on ocular imaging, refractive therapy, vision function and dry eye, mainly sponsored by the National Natural Science Foundation of China through its National Key Basic Research Development Program.

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Sunday, May 20, 2018

Coming Up Next: Commander Kenneth Wong of the American Legion Lt. B.R. Kimlau Chinese Memorial Post 1291 New York City

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On the Saturday, May 26, 2018 Memorial Day weekend broadcast of Marvels of China: Pathways to the Pacific Rim I will be welcoming Commander Kenneth Wong of the American Legion Lt. B.R. Kimlau Chinese Memorial Post 1291 in New York City’s Chinatown.

Americans annually pause on the final weekend of May to pay respects and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in times of war, always with the hope that it will be the last time.

We’ll hear from Commander Wong about the heroism of Lt. B.R. Kimlau, a Chinese American who perished during World War II, and who was memorialized by the establishment of the American Legion post that bears his name.

We’ll also hear about the Kimlau Chinese Memorial Post 1291’s other activities for all who seek their help. All this started in the mid-1940’s by three Chinese Americans in New York City -two of whom were postal workers and another who ran a Chinatown enterprise- envisioning the formation of the formation of a Chinese American Legion to serve American veterans of Chinese descent. You can learn more by going to its official web site at http://www.ltkimlau.com.

I’m also welcoming back from Hawaii Retired Brigadier Frances Iwalani Mossman. This month marked the one-year anniversary of the historic “Sister City” ties established between Hangzhou, China and Greenwich, Connecticut USA -where this show broadcasts from. We’ll be hearing more from General Mossman -and stay tuned for an important announcement and invitation from us in the weeks ahead.

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Saturday, May 12, 2018

Coming Up Next: Dr. Catherine Forslund, Official Biographer of Anna Chan Chennault.

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When the Committee of 100 announced the death of Anna Chan Chennault -who died on March 30, 2018- Governor Shirley Young, who is one of the organization’s founders, said, “Anna Chennault was a true pioneer, as a courageous young woman helping the Flying Tigers during World War II and as a proud Chinese American working with Chinese and American leaders to build strong, positive relationships. We are grateful to have had her as a vibrant member of the Committee of 100.”

Anna Chan Chennault was the Chinese-born wife of the celebrated, legendary Gen. Claire Lee Chennault of World War II Flying Tigers fame. She was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for International Cooperation by the Committee of 100 in 2005 at its annual conference.

My guest on Conversations is Dr. Catherine Forslund, chair of the Rockford University history department and official biographer of Anna Chan Chennault. Forslund is the author of Anna Chennault: Informal Diplomacy and Asian Relations. You can find a link on the Book Club section of MarvelsofChina.Blogspot.com, on Amazon and other book vendors.

Regarding Mrs. Chennault, the Washington Post quoted Dr. Forslund as saying, “She was somebody who interpreted China to Americans, government officials, business and the public to a certain extent. Plus, she interpreted the United States to all these Asian countries.”

Having the ear of American President’s regardless of party, Anna Chan Chennault became one of the most influential private citizens in Washington, D.C. She was and will be remembered for many accomplishments, especially her invaluable contributions to U.S.-China relations and diplomacy.

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Saturday, May 5, 2018

Coming Up Next: Eric Lefebvre of Musée Cernuschi, Paris and Perfumes of China, the Culture of Incense in Imperial Times

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On the Saturday, May 12, 2018 broadcast of Marvels of China: Pathways to the Pacific Rim I will be welcoming Eric Lefebvre, director and chief curator of the world renowned Musee Cernuschi Museum of the Asian Art in Paris, France.

Since March 9, 2018 Perfumes of China, the Cultures of Incense in Imperial Times has been captivating visitors as never before.

How? The exhibition presents a novel approach to Chinese civilization through the exploration of the art of incense and perfume from the 3rd century BCE to the 19th century.

This is an extraordinary collaboration with Shanghai Museum and Christian Dior Perfumes.

The Musee Cernuschi is an Asian art museum with an outstanding, world-class collection of works from China, Japan and Korea near Parc Monceau in Paris.

The exhibit is on through August 26, 2018. Learn more at cernuschi.paris.fr and on MarvelsofChina.blogspot.com.

Tune in to Marvels of China: Pathways to the Pacific Rim every Saturday on 1490 WGCH and WGCH.com anywhere via audio-streaming at 10:30 a.m. Eastern USA Time/10:30 p.m. Beijing Time.

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