About Lishui University (LSU)

Lishui University (LSU) is a public full-time higher education institution authorized to confer master's degrees. It is located in Lishui, Zhejiang—widely recognized as “China’s Premier Ecological City”. LSU comprises 14 academic schools, including Humanities, Teacher Education, Artificial Intelligence, Materials and Energy Engineering, Engineering, Agriculture and Biotechnology, Medicine, Business, China Celadon, Music, and more. LSU enrolls over 16,000 full-time students and employs a faculty of more than 1,360. LSU offers 47 undergraduate programs and 11 professional master’s programs.

Committed to internationalization, LSU has established global partnerships and distinctive Sino-foreign cooperative programs. Its Sino-Swedish Nursing program has been recognized by the Swedish government as a successful model of internationalization, and its Sino-German Fine Arts program reflects the university’s strength in cross-cultural arts education. Today, LSU is home to nearly 300  international students from 49 countries.

Program Overview

Step into a world where ancient craftsmanship meets living philosophy. Set in the breathtaking landscapes of Lishui, Zhejiang, this 12-day immersive summer camp invites 50 American college students (aged 18+) to experience Chinese culture through hands-on practice, cultural exploration, and meaningful exchange.

The program is structured around four progressive modules: Discovery, Exploration, Appreciation, and Integration. From your first sip of locally grown tea to the final showcase of your handmade celadon piece, every moment is designed to turn learning into creation and experience into expression.

What You’ll Do:

Shape your own celadon clay with master artisans

Brew tea using centuries-old techniques

Visit ancient kiln sites and tea plantations

Explore ecological tea gardens and nature reserves

Experience the Eastern philosophy of harmony between humans and nature

What You’ll Gain:

A portfolio of original work

Hands-on skills in ceramics and tea ceremony

Cross-cultural friendships and global perspectives

Deeper understanding of Chinese heritage, patience, and balance

No prior experience required—just curiosity, openness, and a willingness to create.

Come for the craft. Stay for the journey. Leave with a story only you can tell.

How to apply 

Applications will be accepted from March 1 to April 30, 2026.

Please submit your application and all required materials via our online portal before the deadline.

Contact us

Address: 

Room 407, Chongxue Building, International College

Lishui University

No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Liandu District

Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, 323000

China

Application Website:

https://lsu.at0086.cn/StuApplication/Login.aspx

Tel:

+86 578 2231071 (Ms. Wang)

+86 578 2171006 (Mr. Zheng)

Email:

iecoffice_lsu@126.com