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We’ve curated 20 essential Chinese dishes every international student should try, from fiery Sichuan classics to delicate Cantonese dim sum.

The journalism school remains an international hub of activity, hosting visits by top officials of the International Center for Journalists, as well as an international health communication forum and a visit from education innovators. Second-year students had a chance to engage in a work-study trip to Inner Mongolia. And co-director Rick Dunham, received the honor of a lifetime. There will be lots of news next month, with the Tsinghua Business Journalism Forum scheduled for N

The second longest government shutdown in American history has turned into a blame game between intransigent partisans, CNBC Washington correspondent Emily Wilkins told Tsinghua University students on Oct. 13. “Democrats are confident that they can win the messaging battle on this — that if they go to the American people and say Republicans are trying to make your healthcare more expensive and we're fighting for you, the American people will support Democrats in the shutdown,

Tariffs are in the news and on everybody's mind. They affect the price of almost everything you buy — in the supermarket, in the digital marketplace, at the auto dealer or if you want to repair your home or apartment. Tariffs are an economic tool, but they also are a political tool with geopolitical implications. In this short explanatory video, the Global Business Journalism program tries to explain in clear and simple English what tariffs are and how they can affect your li

Just like that, the incoming class of 2025 has completed orientation and is deep into the new semester. We're already through the drop-and-add part of the fall semester and ready for the October holiday break (all too early this year). Welcome to the new Global Business Journalism incoming students. Vietnam boasts the largest number of first-year GBJers with three, followed by the United States, Russia and Malaysia with two. We also have our first student from the South Ameri

In a media world transformed by digital disruption, economic volatility and the never-ending news cycle, high-quality business journalism has never been more essential for citizens around the world — or more challenged by a convergence of economic and political forces. Amid social media misinformation, corporate spin, government pressure and declining trust in institutions, the mission of business news has evolved to serve a public increasingly hungry for clarity, accountabil

The National Press Club Journalism Institute on August 27 announced the creation of the Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling, made possible through the generosity of Rick Dunham, former president of both the National Press Club and the Institute, and his wife, Pamela Tobey, a distinguished graphics editor formerly of The Washington Post. The award honors Tobey’s cutting-edge work in visual journalism and her commitment to advancing innovative storytelli

Tsinghua Journalism School Dean Zhou QIng'an spoke to the graduates of the Global Business Journalism program at the June 20 commencement celebration. Among the highlights: "You joined the GBJ program during the uncertainties of a global pandemic ... Through challenges and changes, you supported each other, adapted to new realities, and never lost sight of your goals. Today, you stand proud and accomplished — each of you having carved a unique path to success."

Global Business Journalism co-director Rick Dunham was honored with a lifetime achievement award at the 2025 GBJ commencement. That's the top headline in our June newsletter, which also features details of this year's graduation ceremonies, success stories of GBJ alumni Ali Farman of Pakistan and Maria Rincon of Canada, and the deepening content partnership between GBJ and the International Journalists' Network.

Rick Dunham to TSJC graduates: "For many university graduates, your journey is fraught with uncertainty. Uncertainty in the short run about jobs and global disorder. Uncertainty about the future of journalism, communication and where technology is taking us. But the skills that I teach in the Global Business Journalism program — that we teach in the School of Journalism and Communication — are invaluable in future careers, whether they are in journalism or business, governmen

Twenty-seven students from eight nations celebrated their successful completion of the Global Business Journalism program on June 20 in a joyous event at the Tsinghua School of Journalism and Communication. The event marked the graduation of 18 Chinese and nine international students from seven countries. The 2025 celebration also recognized long-time contributors to the program including co-director Rick Dunham, who will enter semi-retirement next February after more than 1

Summer energy is building at Tsinghua, and May has been a month of milestones, global dialogue, and powerful storytelling for the Global Business Journalism community. From thesis defenses and cultural celebrations to high-level diplomatic visits and student achievements, GBJ students and faculty have embraced every opportunity to learn, connect, and inspire. This month has showcased the heart of what GBJ stands for: international exchange, academic excellence, and human stor

For most of human history, governments have taxed goods crossing their borders. Tariffs have financed empires, protected domestic industries, and punished foreign rivals. They’ve sparked wars, crashed economies, and redefined alliances. Yet the tariff war between the U.S. and China doesn’t fit neatly into any of the old molds. Rather than being a tool to nurture domestic industry or fill government coffers, tariffs are now being wielded as weapons in a sprawling contest over

Even if you aren't applying for a job at a business news outlet, you need to improve your skill set to effectively cover economic issues. Every journalist should be able to write about business or economic topics with comfort and ease.  This article contains 11 tips to help you write easy-to-understand and impactful business reports.

The GBJ program welcomed two internationally experienced journalists this semester to strengthen its commitment to data and diversity.

GBJ students heard from top journalists and analysts on issues from AI to global trade wars. They discussed the rise of both China and Trump

The Global Business Journalism program has set a final deadline of April 15 for applications to the prestigious two-year master's program.

Global Business Journalism students did their share of globetrotting during winter break, but they're back on campus for the spring semester

We are hosting a Zoom meeting for prospective students and GBJ online open house featuring GBJ co-director Rick Dunham on Jan. 9, China time

Happy New Year! As we look ahead to a great 2025, we'd like to share the news stories that attracted the most attention over the past year.