Juliet Nelson

1. Advanced Coursework and Language Training

• Core Seminars: Took courses focusing on literary and cultural traditions ranging from pre-modern/classical texts to late imperial and contemporary literature.
• Language Proficiency: Perfected reading and analytical skills in Classical Chinese and modern Chinese.
• Interdisciplinary Studies: Completed coursework in critical theory, cultural studies, and comparative literature.

2. Qualifying Examinations

• After completing coursework, took comprehensive written and oral exams. These tested familiarity with the fundamental canon of Chinese literature, core secondary scholarship, and with a specific sub-field with a focus on Eileen Chang, one of the most widely read and critically acclaimed writers in the Chinese-speaking world.

3. The Dissertation

• Developed a specialized research proposal to study the relationship between Eileen Chang's educational agenda and her literary construction.
• Conducted archival research, analyzed primary texts, and engaged with critical theory.
• Wrote and defended an original doctoral dissertation—essentially a book-length manuscript contributing new scholarship to the field.

4. Teaching and Service

• Teaching Assistantships: Assisted professors with grading, led undergraduate discussion sections, and taught introductory Chinese language and literature classes.
• Academic Development: Presented research at academic conferences, published articles in peer-reviewed journals and fictions in novel journals, and networked with scholars across East Asian Languages and Civilizations (EALC) departments.

5. The Primary Language at The University of Hong Kong is English, and the dissertation is composed in English.

• Developed and implemented innovative course curricula enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes, which includes The Introduction of Chinese New Wave Cinema, and Chinese documentary cinema after 1980s.
• Conducted research in specialized fields such as Chinese contemporary literature and Chinese new cinema, contributing to academic publications and conference presentations.
• Mentored undergraduate and graduate students, providing guidance on academic progress, career paths, and thesis composition.
• Collaborated with faculty to design interdisciplinary programs fostering cross-departmental partnerships.
• The primary language is Chinese.

• Delivered engaging on-camera reports and live breaking news field-updates under tight deadlines.
• Conducted in-depth interviews with key stakeholders to gather insights and enhance storytelling quality.
• Produced compelling news articles covering local events, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Collaborated with editors to refine content, improving clarity and engagement for target audiences.
• Investigated breaking news stories, employing critical thinking to provide timely updates across multiple platforms.
• The primary language is Chinese at Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation.