Phillips Ambassadors
Students selected as Phillips Ambassadors receive funding to study in this part of the world.
Asia.
This mountain range separates the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan plateau.
The Himalayas.
Rooted in Daoist philosophy, this centuries-old Chinese martial art emphasizes internal energy, balance, and harmony over force.
Tai Chi (or Taijiquan).
This domesticated grain is considered a staple across Asia, with thousands of varieties.
Rice.
This widely celebrated East Asian festival marks the start of a new year with red envelopes and lion dances.
The Lunar New Year (or Chinese New Year)
This is the post-experience initiative Phillips Ambassadors organize to share what you’ve learned with the UNC or hometown community.
The Give Back Initiative.
As Indonesia's capital, this city is known as the "Big Durian".
Jakarta
In many East Asian cultures, bowing is not just a greeting but a gesture expressing this deeply rooted social value emphasizing respect and hierarchy.
Filial piety.
These open-air complexes sell a wide variety of affordable meals and are popular in Singapore.
Hawker Centers.
Observed by Hindus across South and Southeast Asia, this festival of colors and love welcomes spring with vibrant powders and bonfires.
Holi
This percentage of the Phillips Ambassadors scholarships is reserved for qualified undergraduate business majors and minors at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School.
25%
In its own language, this city has one of the longest names in the world, and it is also known as the "Lion City".
Bangkok.
This southeast Asian country begins Christmas celebrations as early as September 1st.
Philippines.
This country is home to a popular sandwich made by filling a short baguette with protein and vegetables.
Vietnam (banh mi).
This exuberant Thai New Year festival in April is known for its nationwide water fights, symbolizing cleansing and renewal.
Songkran.
This alumnus of Carolina whose generous gift made the Phillips Ambassadors Program possible is a former U.S. Ambassador and entrepreneur.
Earl N. “Phil” Phillips
This river is Asia's longest and the third longest in the world.
The Yangtze River.
This South Indian-origin language is one of Singapore’s four official languages.
Tamil.
Hong Kong-style milk tea uses this variety of tea, originating from another part of Asia.
Ceylon tea (origin Sri Lanka).
This term unofficially refers to a succession of public holidays in Japan, falling at the end of April and early May.
Golden week.
The Phillips Ambassadors Program challenges UNC students to embody this three-pronged mission.
Academic excellence, global awareness, and engaged leadership.
This popular island-provence is home to the Ubud Monkey Forest!
Bali.
These are four examples of China's 56 ethnic groups (name any four).
Han, Manchu, Hmong, Tibetans, Mongols, Hui, Uyghur, Miao, Zhuang, etc.
This naturally vegan Korean dish is popular in the summertime and comprised of a soy milk broth and wheat noodles.
Kongguksu.
In Japan, this April tradition celebrates the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms with outdoor picnics under blooming trees.
Hanami.