Chairman's Message 会长致辞

​Dear Friends, 

I have been associated with the U.S-China Exchange Council for more than 15 years.  During that time, I have been fortunate to take part in its growth from its founding in 1993 to its present status as a vibrant organization that hosts over 700 professionals and students in more than 30 programs each year.  

​

The programs vary from week-long visits to Bay Area campuses and industries to 4 to 6 month stays that incorporate trips to government and business sites throughout the country, including Washington, D.C. 

​

The participants may be specialists from Chinese governmental agencies such as the Ministry of Transportation or the Emergency Management Office of the State Council of China.  Others represent non-governmental companies or centers studying innovations in continuing education or globalization strategy and innovation in the ecosystem. 

​

Additionally, the Council has developed youth programs that make it possible for high school age students to live in an American home and attend a high school in the Bay Area.  More than 120 youth participated in these programs in 2016. 

In addition to the academic and professional education that is a part of each USCEC program, each USCEC program enables a visitor to broaden his/her perspective of the United States and its varied population.  I thoroughly believe in and take pride in my connection with the USCEC, its operational philosophy, and programs.  And I wish it continued success for many years to come. 

Herb Graw

Honorary Chairman 

Dr. Herb Graw

3rd Chairman

Former Associate Vice President of California State University at Hayward