Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the Institute¹s work in the past year, meet CSUN¹s new president, Jolene Koester, and new visiting scholars, enjoy a program of authentic Chinese performances, and get information about the Institute¹s upcoming events and activities.

The banquet will begin at 6 p.m. at the Mandarin Wok, located at 21800 Victory Blvd. in Woodland Hills.

Everyone is welcome to attend. A $50 or more membership contribution to the China Institute buys dinner for two at the banquet. Each additional seat is $25.

To receive the membership form and more information, call the China Institute at (818) 677-3939.

Members of the China Institute are put on a mailing list and given opportunities to participate in talks, cultural events and sometimes trips.

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