Jonathan Brown

Shanghai International Studies University

Established in 1949, Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) is known for being one of the earliest institutions where China's higher education in foreign languages took shape. It is now a globalized and top-notch university in China committed to preparing innovative professionals and future global leaders for a wide range of international expertise to address the critical challenges of our times. With a mission to "introduce the rest of the world to China" and "present China globally", SISU has won an established reputation in linguistics, literary studies, comparative culture and diplomatic studies. SISU has been dedicated to providing students with a humanistic and holistic education that enables them to think globally and innovatively and make practical use of their professional knowledge and skills for smooth cross-cultural communication. Over the past 70 years, SISU graduates have been contributing to the economic and social development of China and to the promotion of friendly exchange with people around the world.