This Week: 73rd Japan-America Student Conference; [Sophomores] Apply for Mellon Mays Fellowship; Virtual Winter Internships with APAPA; Good luck on your finals!

Announcements

73rd Japan-America Student Conference August 2022 Application Deadline: December 17, 202, 11:59pm EST The 73rd Japan-America Student Conference will be presented in a hybrid format. Throughout the month of August, the American Delegates will be in Hawaii while the Japanese Delegates travel from Aomori to Fukushima, both sides connecting virtually each day while also engaging in additional programming during off-hours. Students from both delegations will participate in a mix of activities ranging from group lectures and discussions to games and bonding experiences. In addition to our long standing Roundtable groups and their respective duties, delegates will interact with one another in a variety of contexts, both academic and social. We hope to simulate as much of each other’s in-person experiences through technology as possible, to give all delegates a well-rounded JASC experience that will ensure JASC delegates can take from the past and give to the future. For more information on the Conference format, academics, travel, or participation fees, visit their website or contact jasc@iscdc.org

Leadership Launchpad, Powered by APAPA (Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association) Virtual Winter '22 Internships Application Deadline: December 23, 2021 The Leadership Launchpad is a professional development internship program, providing professional skills and experiences to help advance our future generation of leaders in government, industry, and community affairs. This program is unique because it provides interns opportunities to put into practice skills that are valuable and transferable in multiple industry sectors. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Communications: Learning best practices for successful communication campaigns. Marketing: Integrating proven strategies from tech-entrepreneurs, investors & politicians Public Relations: Learning skills in direct outreach, public relations, and engagement Virtual Network Building: Developing a virtual network focused on professional growth Primary Research & Content Drafting: Writing research plans, analysis, and reports Project Management: Getting experience in strategic planning and project execution. EXPECTATIONS Work 10-12 hours per week via Zoom (flexible self-scheduled & virtual hours) Workshop Series: Participate in weekly professional development workshops & training seminars BENEFITS ● Leadership Positions & Opportunities ● Letter of Recommendation ● Invitation for Future Programs ● Professional Reference ● Professional Development APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Apply by submitting your resume to Patrick Curzon at: pcurzon@apapa.org by December 23rd, 2021 at 11:59 PM. In the subject line of your email, please write: Intern Applicant – “Your Name." Please attach your resume.

Summer 2022 Study Abroad Updates from Asia Centers Please note the following decisions are tentative and will be subject to change in accordance with public health guidance and travel policies. Further updates will be listed as needed.

In response to travel restrictions, the Harvard Asia Center will consider funding undergraduate/graduate research grant applications that do not involve travel to international destinations rated Level 4 or Unknown for COVID-19 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please see the Harvard Travel Guidance website for up to date information. Applications for students who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 wishing to conduct research in countries rated Level 1, 2 or 3 will be considered. The Harvard Summer School Study Abroad Program in Hong Kong will not be held in Summer 2022. Harvard Taipei Academy (HTA), a new program replacing the former Harvard Beijing Academy, will be held in-person this summer.

The Reischauer Institute will continue to accept applications to fund summer research: thesis & summer science research for undergrads, language study, & internships. Harvard Summer School in Kyoto is planned to be held in-person in Japan. Further decisions will be announced in January. Kyoto Consortium for Japanese Studies (KCJS) has cancelled its Spring '22 semester, and a final decision has not yet been reached as to whether the summer '22 language intensive will take place as planned on the campus of Doshisha University.

Kansai Gaidai University's Summer Asian Studies initiatives will be held online in 2022. Available programs include the ASP Home-Based Program (online ASP courses), the Online Summer Program during June and July, and the Intercultural Engagement Program (IEP), a student-led virtual initiative for Japanese and foreign students to learn about each other. To learn more about Kansai Gaidai's offerings, click here. Students of the KGIP program may be invited to participate in the Kansai Gaidai Internship Program. The Harvard Summer School Study Abroad Program in Seoul is planned to be held in-person this year, with classes taking place on the campus of Ewha Womans University.

Harvard Events

Monday, December 13 Monday, 9:15am - 10:45am Japan, the U.S., and Economic and Security Policy Linkages in the Taiwan Strait Tain Jy Chen, Professor of Economics, Taipei School of Economics and Political Science; Professor Emeritus, National Taiwan University Sadamasa Oue, Executive Advisor, Mitsui & Co, Ltd.; Lt. Gen. (retired), Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Shelley Rigger, Brown Professor of Political Science, Davidson College Daniel Russell, Vice President, International Security and Diplomacy, Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) Moderator: Christina L. Davis, Director, Program on U.S.-Japan Relations; Professor of Government; Susan S. and Kenneth L. Wallach Professor, Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, Harvard University Special Series on Policy Innovations in Crises Tuesday, December 14 Tuesday, 10:30am - 11:45am How to Come Apart: Decomposing a History of Translation in China Speaker: Carla Nappi, The University of Pittsburgh Chair: Victor Seow, Assistant Professor of the History of Science Registration required. Tuesday, 3:00pm - 4:30pm Children’s Dimensions of Poverty: Qualitative Studies in Urban China Lichao Yang, Associate Professor, Chinese Academy of Social Management/School of Sociology, Beijing Normal University; HYI Visiting Scholar, 2021-22 Chair/Discussant: Nicole Newendorp, Lecturer on Social Studies, Harvard University Visiting Scholar Talks Wednesday, December 15 Wednesday, 7:30am - 9:00am Raising Global Families: Parenting, Immigration and Class in Taiwan and the US Pei-Chia Lan, Distinguished Professor, Department of Sociology, National Taiwan University; HYI Visiting Scholar, 2011-12 Discussant: Binli Chen, Lecturer, School of Social Development and Public Policy, Beijing Normal University Chair: Xiying Wang, Professor, Beijing Normal University; HYI Visiting Scholar, 2019-20

Grant, Fellowship, & Publication Opportunities

Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship AY22 Deadline: Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 12:00pm (noon) The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program (MMUF) of Harvard College selects a small cohort of sophomores to join a tightly-knit research community to conduct independent research in close collaboration with a faculty mentor and engage in pre-professional development workshops and seminars on pursuing doctoral degrees, research, and life in the academy--during their junior and senior years. Learn more and apply here.

President's Innovation Challenge Application deadline: January 5, 2022 The President’s Innovation Challenge (PIC) is an invitation to Harvard students and select alumni & affiliate-led ventures to propel their ideas forward. The PIC is also an opportunity to win a share of $510,000 in non-dilutive funding, made possible by a gift from the Bertarelli Foundation. Throughout the six-month process, teams develop their ventures with robust support from the Harvard Innovation Labs. Student ventures are placed in one of three tracks: Social Impact Track Health & Life Sciences Track Open Track, for ventures that transcend categories Click here for more information and to apply.

Call for Submissions from Synergy: The Journal of Contemporary Asian Studies at University of Toronto, 2021-22 Online Issue Deadline: Rolling Synergy is an undergraduate academic journal housed at the Asian Institute of the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, University of Toronto. Synergy seeks to publish the world’s premier undergraduate work pertaining to the study of contemporary Asia, specifically on the current political, historical, social, and/or economic developments in the Asia region. Synergy is currently listed with the Library and Archives Canada. Click here fore more information and to apply.

Korea Institute Undergraduate Summer Research Travel Grants Deadline: Monday, February 7, 2022, 5pm EST For AY21-22, due to COVID-19, all programs and opportunities are subject to change and/or cancellation. KI undergrad summer research support is for travel for research/fieldwork. All support related to travel is contingent upon Harvard guidelines and safety protocols. See following sites for up-to-date guidance: Harvard Travel Guidance and Harvard GSS COVID-19 travel advice. Please see the Korea Institute undergraduate opportunities page for more grant and study abroad opportunities.

Below is a static list of academic and social resources.

Events by Institution

Harvard Asia Center Event Calendar

Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies Event Calendar

Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies Event Calendar

Korea Institute Event Calendar

Harvard-Yenching Institute

Harvard Kennedy School Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation Event Calendar

Weatherhead Center for International Affairs Event Calendar

Harvard Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study Events and Exhibitions

Asia Center Virtual Programs Experience Harvard Asia Center programming through current and archived digital exhibitions, as well as podcast talk series and author conversations! Click to view virtual programs at the Asia Center. Left: Still from 3D virtual exhibition "Harvard Asia Center Poster Art 2010-2020"

Student Groups *Please be aware that student groups may have become inactive during our time off campus. If you are aware of any updates to a group on this list, please let us know by e-mailing naia_poyer@fas.harvard.edu.

Asian American Business Association The Asian American Business Association (AABA) provides a forum for the promotion, understanding, and cross-cultural exchange of East Asian and Asian American business, social, academic, cultural, political, and community-related initiatives. Visit their website here. Asian American Dance Troupe For over twenty years, the Asian American Dance Troupe (AADT) has sought to spread an appreciation and awareness of Asian culture through the medium of dance. Our repertoire includes a diverse range of dance forms including traditional, ethnic minority, fusion, martial arts, modern, and hip hop. Membership open to all students in good standing currently enrolled in Harvard College. Visit their website here. Asian American Studies Working Group is a space of interdisciplinary collaboration between faculty, graduate students, and undergraduates pursuing scholarships in Asian American and Pacific Islander (API) histories, experiences, and intellectual traditions. Its goals are to build scholarly community, explore major debates and developments in API Studies, and enrich the research pursued by its members across Harvard University. To contact the organizers, see when the group meets next, or to learn more, visit their webpage. China Forum Founded in 1998, Harvard College China Forum is currently the largest China-focused conference in the New England area and annually attracts audiences from all over North America. Every spring the forum invites influential business leaders, policy shapers, and leading scholars to Harvard to address current events in a wide range of topics relevant to the development of China today. Operating under the Harvard China Review framework, HCCF, together with the Harvard China Review, runs a series of sub-programs, including monthly seminars and an annual cultural exchange program in the summer. Visit their website here. Gaongil (Harvard College Modern Korean Studies Society)  A tight-knit organization that meets to discuss various economic, social, political, cultural issues related to modern Korea. As the Korean word "Gaongil" means "Middle-Path," the organization is committed to remaining nonpartisan while encouraging free, unhindered discussion. Anyone interested in joining Gaongil is welcome! No prior experience with Korean language or culture is needed; meetings are in English. Fill out the interest form here to be included in their e-mail list. Harvard Asian American Womxn's Association The Asian American Womxn's Association recognizes the need for a unified, open community at Harvard concerned with the issues facing people of Asian descent in Western society. The purpose of the Asian American Womxn's Association is to address these needs by creating a collective voice and promoting the prominence and concerns of the Asian-American population, both within the community and without. Visit their Facebook page here. Harvard Buddhist Community The HDS Buddhist Community (HBC) is a nondenominational Buddhist group serving the Harvard and Cambridge communities throughout the school year. In addition to hosting weekly meditation sittings, HBC also organizes Buddhist film screenings and discussion groups, as well as the annual Buddhism & Race Conference. HBC generally meets weekly at the Harvard Divinity School. To subscribe to the mailing list, or to inquire about events, e-mail hbcsangha@gmail.com; or visit their Facebook page here. Harvard Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) Harvard CSSA is dedicated to the goal of promoting social, intellectual, and cultural activities of Chinese students and scholars at Harvard and for other interested members in the Harvard community. It facilitates communication among its members and acts as a liaison between with other organizations on campus. The group facilitates the exchange of information between China and the US. Its activities include sponsoring/co-sponsoring social, intellectual, & cultural events and seminars. Contact harvardcssa@gmail.com or visit their site. Harvard Taiwanese Culture Society TCS is a student-run organization at Harvard College dedicated to promoting the culture and heritage of Taiwan and Taiwanese-Americans. From cultural events like making muaji to social events like karaoke to special events like their annual Winterfest: Taste of Taiwan, their goal is to enhance awareness of Taiwanese culture and provide a place for those interested in learning about Taiwan to meet. Visit their website here; or Facebook. Harvard Task Force for Asian American Progressive Advocacy and Studies (TAPAS) The Task Force for Asian American Progressive Advocacy and Studies (TAPAS) is an advocacy organization of Harvard undergraduates aiming to support Asian American communities and stand in solidarity with progressive struggles. Visit their Facebook page for more info. Harvard Vietnamese Association The Harvard Vietnamese Association is dedicated to fostering an awareness of Vietnamese culture on campus and within the Greater Boston area, and promoting the interests of the Vietnamese student body at Harvard. Visit their website here, or like their Facebook page for regular updates--including a biweekly Vietnamese language table for native speakers and learners to enjoy each other's company and conversation! Korea Caucus The mission of Korea Caucus, a student-run organization at Harvard Kennedy School, is to actively raise the awareness of Korea within the KSG community by sharing the country's cultural heritage through social events, serving as a bridge and resource to non-Korean students who are interested in learning more about the country. They also aim to provide a forum to address key issues facing Korea and their implications for the rest of the world through activities and events. Visit their Facebook page. Korean Association The Korean Association leads the undergraduate Korean-American community's efforts to teach & learn about Korean culture and political issues. KA also provides a social outlet for Korean-American students to meet others with shared heritage & interests. KA supports cultural groups including YISEI the magazine, the fan dance troupe Chunsa, and the Korean drumming group (poongmul pae) Han Ma Eum. Visit their site or Facebook. Organization of Asian American Sisters in Service OAASIS currently consists of 25 members committed to each other in three aspects: commitment in sisterhood, commitment in service, and commitment in exploring the diverse experiences of Asian and Asian American women. Visit their Facebook page at http://facebook.com/harvardoaasis. Direct any questions to oaasis.harvard@gmail.com. OAASIS welcomes students of all gender and ethnic identities. The Wave Literary & Arts Magazine The Wave is a literary and arts magazine that seeks to create a platform for artists and readers to express and reflect on Asian anglophone experiences. We publish art, poetry, fiction, and essays by Asians anglophone of all backgrounds. Our mission is to expand prevailing notions of what it means to be an Asian anglophone and to showcase the vast range of talent and energy in our Harvard community and beyond. Visit their website to learn more.

Links & Resources The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is here to assist undergraduate and graduate students with navigating their studies and reaching their goals for this semester and beyond. Through the ARC, you have access to academic coaching, peer tutoring, workshops, and accountability sessions to help you succeed. This fall students can choose whether they want to engage with the ARC in person or virtually, and can access all services through the ARC Scheduler. Browse free online courses in a variety of subjects. Harvard University courses on EdX can be audited free, or students can choose to receive a verified certificate for a small fee. Multiple EAS-related courses are offered via HarvardX, including Japanese Books: From Manuscript to Print; ChinaX Book Club: Five Authors, Five Books, Five Views of China; and Contemporary China: The People's Republic, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard Kennedy School hosts programs dedicated to the interdisciplinary research of Vietnam and China. Chinese Art Media Lab (CAMLab) CAMLab explores innovative ways of showcasing Chinese art and culture through immersive installations, exhibitions, films, digital publications, curatorial projects, and other multimedia forms. For more information, visit their website and Instagram.  Questions? Contact Program Coordinator: anniechen@fas.harvard.edu The Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies provides undergraduates studying China with a myriad of opportunities and resources, including funding to travel to China, information about programs in China, and opportunities to do research with respected scholars of Chinese studies. Visit their undergraduate resources page: https://fairbank.fas.harvard.edu/resources/undergraduate/ Free Peer Tutoring for Undergraduates A new program implemented to replace the former Bureau of Study Council. Read more here. The Harvard Asia Center generates and shares knowledge about Asia from a transnational and transregional perspective. With its core lectures, seminars series, and conferences, the Center engages with topics critical to Asia and its connections with other regions, bringing in notable academics, government officials, business leaders, and other specialists as featured speakers and panelists. Learn more about Asia Center lectures, events, and student grants here: https://asiacenter.harvard.edu/programs-events The Harvard-Yenching Institute is an independent foundation dedicated to advancing higher education in Asia in the humanities and social sciences, with special attention to the study of Chinese culture. Learn more here. International Chinese Studies Virtual Events Clearing-House In spring 2020, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, China Studies around the world moved online. One unanticipated consequence of this unfortunate situation is that it is now possible to attend events regardless of one’s location. The China Studies Virtual Events Clearing-house has been created to share information about upcoming online events with the broader China studies community. The clearing-house was created and is maintained by the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies at Harvard University. Learn more here. International Japan Studies Event Database The International Japanese Studies Events Database was created in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the shift to online event programming undertaken at institutions and programs worldwide. Inspired by a similar initiative within the Chinese studies community and Harvard's Fairbank Center, the Edwin O. Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies, in cooperation with the Weatherhead Center Program on US-Japan Relations, has launched this site as a service to the wider Japanese studies community. Learn more here. The Korea Institute provides dozens of funding, travel, grant, and research opportunities for undergraduates studying Korea. Visit their Student page here: https://korea.fas.harvard.edu/for-students Korean Studies Portal Click here. Japan Digital Research Center (Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies) Click here. Japan Disasters Digital Archive Click here. The Office of International Education can connect you with over 200 Harvard-approved study abroad programs across the world. Their advising team is also available for international students needing any help or guidance with Harvard matters. Click here. The Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study is dedicated to creating and sharing transformative ideas across the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Visit their events page here: https://www.radcliffe.harvard.edu/calendar/list The Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies is an excellent resource for EAS concentrators studying Japan. Find a calendar of Japan-related events and lectures, undergraduate grant information, and internship opportunities on their website: rijs.fas.harvard.edu Have an event/group you'd like featured in this newsletter? Contact Naia Poyer (EALC Program Assistant).