As part of CUSEF's 3rd U.S.-China Art Dialogue, this panel brought together leading voices in art and education to examine the evolving role of artists today. Featuring Ruby Yang, Director of the School of Future Media at the University of Hong Kong and Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker, and Kingsley Ng, Artist and Associate Professor at the Academy of Visual Arts at Hong Kong Baptist University, the discussion explores ethics in storytelling, the impact of AI and emerging technologies, and the enduring importance of truth and empathy.

Art isn’t just about expression. It carries responsibility. Kingsley Ng reflects on how art moves beyond simple ideas of right and wrong, while Ruby Yang shares how storytelling can challenge misconceptions and drive real-world change, from HIV/AIDS awareness to public understanding.

Jennifer Holstein shares her experience biking across China after years of studying the language. Along the way, she’s explored cities and the countryside