During November 16-23,2013, a delegation of School of Health, Physical Education, & Leisure Services, University of Northern Iowa visited College Of Education, Zhejiang University. This exchange program which extended a week was the first time that students came to visit since both sides signed a cooperation agreement in 2011.
As an important station for undergraduate and graduate students from HPELS to understand China, Zhejiang University provides a rich cultural and academic programs for teachers & students. Department of Physical Education offered six courses as well as one seminar to students of HPELS. Besides, they also visited Zijingang campus as well as Xixi campus companied by other visited students in order to understand Chinese college life.The delegation made 9 academic lectures which introduced the research dynamic of American sports, health & leisure areas for students of our school in return.
In 2011, School of Health, Physical Education & Leisure Services, University of Northern Iowa signed a cooperation as well as exchange agreement with College of Education, Zhejiang University and expanded cooperation in academic exchanges, teacher-student visits, research cooperation, seminars and other areas of cooperation. This visit activity was the first time for both sides to carry out thorough physical cultural & academic exchange activities since the agreement was signed. It offered an opportunity & potential for students of HPELS to study in China as well as our undergraduate & graduate students to communicate with others in the United States. It also lays a new foundation for future further cooperation.
