This course introduces Mandarin Chinese language presented within the context of Chinese culture. First course of a three-course sequence. Introduces students to the sound system of Mandarin Chinese and moves on to basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and copying a limited number of Chinese characters. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
September 22, 2025 to December 10, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Bend
September 22, 2025 to December 10, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Madras
September 22, 2025 to December 10, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Prineville
September 22, 2025 to December 10, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Redmond

This course introduces Mandarin Chinese language presented within the context of Chinese culture. The second course of a three-course sequence. Develops fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in communicative context. Prerequisites: CHN 101. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
September 23, 2025 to December 11, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:20pm PDT | Bend

This course introduces the history, politics, society, and economy of China through viewing and analyzing cinema. Examines how traditional Asian visual arts and centuries-old cultural tradition influenced filmmakers. No background in Chinese languages is required. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
September 24, 2025 to December 10, 2025 | 6:00pm-7:50pm PDT | Online

The first course of a three-course sequence in intermediate Mandarin Chinese language and culture. This course will focus on effective communication in the Mandarin Chinese language, emphasizing both the written and spoken language, as well as an understanding of the practices and products of Chinese culture. Particular attention will be given to exploring the relationship between Chinese language, literature, philosophy, and culture. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit. Prerequisites: CHN 103.
September 23, 2025 to December 11, 2025 | 10:00am-11:20am PDT | Bend