{"image":"{staticroot}files\/pages\/wikipedia_skylineofchongqing.jpg","content":"<h1>Chongqing, China<\/h1>\r\n<p>Widener Law offers students an exciting exchange program with Southwest University of Political Science and Law in Chongqing, China. Spend a semester studying law and earning credits towards graduation while experiencing Chinese culture and history.<\/p>\r\n<h5>Experience China<\/h5>\r\n<p>The city of Chongqing, China, has a rich history dating back more than two thousand years. &nbsp;Located where the Jialing and Yangtze rivers meet, and rich in natural resources, the city has been a major inland trading port and, because of its strategic location, is considered an integral part of China&rsquo;s Western Development Strategy. It is one of only four Chinese cities considered a direct-controlled municipality, which gives it equal political standing with the provinces.<\/p>\r\n<p>A semester in Chongqing is an amazing opportunity to further your legal education and experience China at the same time! Visit the beautiful Three Gorges area and enjoy the remarkable scenery, or view the Dazu Rock Carvings, the ancient religious carvings and sculptures that depict Buddhist, Confucian, and Taoist symbols and figures. In the city itself, you may visit the People&rsquo;s Liberation Monument or the city zoo, which features native animals, such as giant pandas and the rare South China tiger.<\/p>\r\n<p>Unlike our other study abroad programs, our Chongqing program is an exchange program available only to Widener Law students. In consultation with the Office of Student Affairs, participating students register for one semester of classes at Southwest University of Political Science and Law in Chongqing; many of these classes are offered in English. Most English language classes involve international law, business law, or Chinese law, but often other courses are available. Chinese language instruction is also available, but does not count for Law School credit. Participating students have earned 12-13 credits during their semesters in Chongqing.<\/p>\r\n<p>The university provides housing for students who participate in the program, although students are free to seek off-campus housing if they choose.<\/p>\r\n<p>Students may participate after their first three Law School semesters. Due to the Chinese academic calendar, students cannot participate in this program during their final semester; therefore, regular division students participate in their 2L spring or 3L fall semesters. For approval, strong academic performance is preferred -- and a healthy sense of adventure is required!<\/p>\r\n<p>Students interested in participating in the program should contact the&nbsp;<a href=\"ipl:\/\/173\/\/W10=\">Dean of Students Office<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>","box_content":""}