1. Historical origin: The predecessor of the Central Institute for Nationalities was Yan 'an Institute for Nationalities founded by China's * * * Production Party in 194 1. 195 1 In June, the Central University for Nationalities was formally established in Beijing. The Central University for Nationalities is an institution of higher learning with all characteristics established by the party and the state to solve China's ethnic problems and train ethnic minority cadres and senior professionals. The school originated from Yan 'an University for Nationalities established by 194 1.

2. Name and abbreviation: Minzu University of China is the predecessor of Minzu University of China, referred to as Renmin College. Minzu University of China is the first college for nationalities in New China.