SSSSOC Pre-Conference Workshop at AAS 2026

Thursday, March 12th, 2026, 12-5pm - Vancouver Convention Center, Room 110

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About

This pre-conference workshop brings together social scientists studying contemporary China to engage with the newly launched, Luce Foundation–funded Society for the Social Science Study of China (SSSSOC). Participants will join a dynamic, discussion-driven forum to exchange research insights, navigate the evolving challenges of fieldwork in China, and share best practices in teaching and mentoring.

Interested in seeing what was discussed, along with the full agenda and presentation? Apply to become an SSSSOC member to gain access to these and other resources!

Panels and Moderators

Social Science Research Funding in the United States: New Challenges and Constraints
Moderator: Kellee Tsai (Northeastern University)

Fieldwork in China: Updates and Best Practices
Moderator: Jessica Teets (Middlebury College)

Teaching and Mentoring in Chinese Studies
Moderator: Teresa Wright (California State University, Long Beach)

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Teresa Wright

California State University, Long Beach, Professor of Political Science

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Kellee Tsai

Northeastern University, Dean, College of Social Sciences and Humanities

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Jessica Teets

Middlebury College, Professor of Political Science