University Open Air: The Symbolism and Cultural Significance of Chopsticks in Chinese Culture
In Chinese culture, chopsticks hold deep symbolic and cultural significance, representing Harmony, Balance, and Respect, and are integral to daily life and rituals, from meals to ceremonies. In this class, we are going to explore chopsticks Culture and learn Etiquette.
Julia Adams is a certified Life Coach at the NGO, Academy of Public Health and an educator at a private museum. She is also an expert in tea cultures, skilled in the subject of Chinese Tea Ceremony and Traditional Chinese Culture, especially Tang Dynasty's culture etc. Prior to relocating to New York from Shanghai, Julia was a news anchor and hosted citywide events; she then became an HR director and often hosted nationwide conferences on HR-related topics. Julia is also a zither player, certified by Shanghai Conservatory of Music.
University Open Air is generously supported by The Morris & Alma Schapiro Fund.
