Islam in China: New Studies and Perspectives

Annual Conference

Thursday, April 4, 2019 9:30 AM to 5:15 PM EDT
Johnson Center, Gold Room (G19)

Islam in China has a long and intricate history. For centuries, Muslim communities across China have been integral to the development of Chinese civilization in arts, literature, science, and commerce. Muslims in and around China played a crucial role in connecting it to cultures and economies to other regions of the globe ranging from South Asia to the Middle East and Europe. This conference aims to provide general audiences with a broader and nuanced understanding of genuine experiences of Muslim communities in China from medieval to modern times. Leading scholars from various academic disciplines will contribute their recent scholarship in the field and put forth new ideas for future areas of exploration.

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