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Show LIFE JULY 29, 2013 A8 Chinese Summer Days Primary and secondary students in dual language programs are given added exposure to Chinese language and culture at UVU By Juan Whiting Staff Writer juanclayton@gmail.com As many Utahns celebrate the pioneers coming into the valley, UVU gets ready for another celebration, Chinese Summer Days. On July 25th and 26th UVU will be hosting numerous activities promoting Chinese language and cultural studies for the two day camp. Hundreds of students participating in dual immersion language programs in Utah's primary and PHOTO COURTESY OF POLYNESIA.COM Come celebrate a rich culture with UVU and the PCC. secondary schools will attend this event. This event was created as part of UVU's initiative to bridge the Chinese cultural gap through learning and experience. This also fulfills the goals of Utah businesses, government, and educational partners. Fred White, associate dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at UVU said, "We hope that a lasting impression is made. We want people to know that there are other people out there that speak Chinese. This is an engaged learning opportunity, not only for participants, but also our students who will be involved with the event as well" UVU will give these parents and students added language resources. "The camp is intended both to encourage their present language efforts and to provide educational pathways for their future career ambitions." Dr. White explains. 66 This is an engaged learning opportunity, not only for participants, but also our students FRED WHITE ASSOCIATE DEAN OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES UU Starting in the fall UVU is offering a minor in Chinese commerce, an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students to work in the global marketplace. UVU also offers minors in Chinese language and Chinese culture. Polynesian Cultural Center celebrates at UVU Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Polynesian Cultural Center By Jimmy Hall touring around Utah with performances for the public. The PCC's popular "Ha: Breath of Life" will be performed at the Quad at Utah Valley University on July 27. The show features performers, drums, dance, music and special effects and a world-renowned fire knife performance. The story through these performances will focus on a central character, Mana, as he evolves through universal life themes of boyhood, young love, respect and admiration for elders, and the importance of community for individuals and families. All themes are central to the Polynesian cultures but are applicable to everyone, relaying the message of family, hope, pride and heritage. This event promises to be a sight to behold, as the PCC invites their audience to be swept away to the tropical paradise of Hawaii in this performance of cultural exploration. Tickets can be purchased at Campus Connection for $10. Staff Writer @jimmyrhall If you have ever explored the islands of Hawaii and landed on Oahu, you probably have come across the Polynesian Cultural Center. At the PCC, one can become acquainted with the isles of the Pacific's dancing, food and live acts that showcase their exotic cultures. For years the PCC has been a tourist staple. Now, for their 50th anniversary, select acts from the center are This event will truly be a sight to behold, and all are welcome to be swept away to the tropical paradise of Hawaii. LAURA FOX/ UVU REVIEW The sold out event was great for UVU students. 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