This Week: Harvard Taiwan Academy launches; Applications for Spring '22 Study Abroad due; Travel grant updates; RIJS travel/grant info sessions; RSVP for EAS Ghost Story Gathering!
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New Summer Study Abroad Program Launched:
Harvard Taipei Academy!
Building on the success of the renowned Harvard Beijing Academy, this new program, offered in collaboration with Taiwan’s most prestigious university, National Taiwan University, incorporates the same rigorous language curriculum (a full academic year’s worth of Chinese language study in the course of an eight-week summer session) with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic and diverse society and culture of Taiwan—a unique island where tradition and modernity are intertwined.
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Applications for Spring '22 Study Abroad due 10/15!
The Office for International Education (OIE) holds daily in-person and Zoom office hours from 2:00pm-4:00pm.
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Tuesday, October 12
10:30am - 11:45am
Science and Technology Seminar Series
Debjani Bhattacharya, Drexel University
Chair: Victor Seow, Department of the History of Science, Harvard University
12:00pm
Bring your lunch and learn more about funding opportunities available at the Reischauer Institute and beyond! In-person sessions will be held at 12 noon under the tent behind CGIS Knafel on Tuesday, October 12.
Unable to make it in person? No worries, virtual sessions will be available at the same time on Wednesday, 10/13. To register for the session on 10/13, click here.
Wednesday, October 13
9:30am
Dennis Kwok, Senior Fellow at the Ash Center
Elizabeth Donkervoort, Program Director for East Asia, American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative
10:00am - 11:30am
Visiting Scholar Talks
David Cheng Chang, Division of Humanities, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; HYI-Radcliffe Institute Fellow, 2021-22
Chair/discussant: Arunabh Ghosh, Harvard University
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12:00pm
Learn more about funding opportunities available at the Reischauer Institute and beyond! To register for the session on 10/13, click here.
4:00pm - 5:30 pm
Environment in Asia Series
Ruth Mostern, Associate Professor of History and Director of the World History Center, University of Pittsburgh; author, Dividing the Realm in Order to Govern: The Spatial Organization of the Song State (960-1276 CE)
8:00pm
Part of Fall 21 LuceSEA Series - Southeast Asia in Transition: Plastic Runs Through It
Brian Szuster, Assoc Professor, Department of Geography & Environment, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa
Senglong Youk, Deputy Executive Director & Program Director, Fisheries Action Coalition Team (FACT) Wisa Wisesjindawat-Fink, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Mekong Culture WELL Project, Michigan State University
Aaron Koning, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Wonders of the Mekong Project, Global Water Center, University of Nevada
Moderator: Amanda Flaim, Assistant Professor, James Madison College and Department of Sociology, Mekong Culture WELL, Michigan State University
8:00pm
Confucianism's Past, Present, and Future in East Asia: A Legal Perspective webinar series
Professor Sohyeon Park, Sungkyunkwan University
Moderator: Tony D. Qian, Fulbright U.S. Scholar, Harvard JD/PhD
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Thursday, October 14
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Manisha Shah, Professor of Public Policy, UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, Founding Director of the Global Lab for Research in Action
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Kim Koo Forum
Jihoon Kim, Associate Professor of Cinema and Media Studies, Chung-ang University; Visiting Scholar in Film and Media Studies Program, Columbia University
Chaired by Alexander Zahlten, Professor of East Asian Languages and Civilizations, Harvard University
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Friday, October 15
11:15pm - 12:30pm
Asia Center Seminars
Panelists:
Lina Benabdallah, Assistant Professor, Politics and International Affairs Department, Wake Forest University
Maria Adele Carrai, Assistant Professor of Global China Studies, NYU Shanghai; Associate, Harvard University Asia Center
Folashadé Soulé, Senior Research Associate, Global Economic Governance Programme, Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford
Moderator: Emmanuel K. Akyeampong, Ellen Gurney Professor of History, Professor of African & African American Studies; Oppenheimer Faculty Director of Harvard Center for African Studies
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Reischauer Institute Japan Forum presentation
Shayne Dahl, Reischauer Institute Postdoctoral Fellow (Ph.D. Anthropology, University of Toronto, 2019)
Moderator: Helen Hardacre, Reischauer Institute Professor of Japanese Religions and Society, Harvard University
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Active Minds Suicide Prevention Campaign in Harvard Yard
Saturday, October 16 | Harvard Yard
Join Harvard College’s Active Minds chapter on Saturday, October 16, as they open dialogue regarding suicide prevention and mental health resources at Harvard, while also remembering the 1000+ lives of students who die by suicide every year. Visit the Active Minds website for more information.
Active Minds also presents a new digital immersive exhibit, Behind the Backpacks. Designed as both a complement to the iconic Send Silence Packing® exhibit and as a stand-alone experience, visitors to this online gallery will learn about suicide’s impact, learn how their everyday actions can help to create a new and better culture around mental health with reduced suicide rates, and share their own message of hope by answering the simple question: what would you say to someone who’s struggling?
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Grant & Publication Opportunities |
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Deadline: Friday, October 22, 2021
Deadline: Friday, October 22, 2021
Deadline: Friday, October 22, 2021
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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.
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Call for paper submissions: Princeton Journal of East Asian Studies (PJEAS)
Final deadline: October 20, 2021
PJEAS is a student academic journal with the official support of the East Asian Studies Program at Princeton University which publishes works of scholarship by both undergraduate and graduate students on political, economic, social, and cultural issues pertaining to the East Asian region.
All interested students are invited to submit their academic work for publication in the Fall 2021 Volume (XV), scheduled to be published in December 2021.
Students should fill out the Google submissions form at https://forms.gle/qdT9hT5TS8hb8mDd9 by September 30, 11:59PM, 2021 for the PRIORITY DEADLINE or October 20, 11:59 PM, 2021 for the FINAL DEADLINE. Articles are accepted on a rolling basis this year, so the earlier you submit your article, the likelier it will be accepted for publication.
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Japanese-Language Research Assistant to Harvard EALC Alum
Yuting Dong (Harvard EALC PhD 2021), currently Academy Scholar at the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies, is seeking a research assistant who can assist her with Japanese-language data input, mainly transcribing basic information data (name, address, etc.) from photos to Word and Excel. Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese is strongly preferred.
Requirements:
- Can input Japanese information into Excel
- The work will be about 60 hours, can be extended depending on the situation
- Payment: Undergraduate $16/hour, graduate $18/hour.
- Must be able to be enrolled in Harvard payroll system.
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Anyone interested should email yutingdong@fas.harvard.edu. Will require a test run consisting of transcription of one page.
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Data Annotator and Translator, CJK languages (hourly, via Workforce Logiq)
Location & hours: fully remote, part-time (20+ hours/week), partial flex time
Compensation: $25/hr
Moveworks is a Series C start-up in Silicon Valley that has developed a powerful AI-based chatbot which resolves enterprise employee issues autonomously and instantly using advanced Natural Language Understanding.
Overview
- Data annotation entails categorizing, tagging, labeling, and evaluating textual information. This role is a blend of data annotation and translation.
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Expert fluency in English and Chinese OR Japanese OR Korean is required.
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Asia Center Virtual Programs
Left: Still from 3D virtual exhibition "Harvard Asia Center Poster Art 2010-2020"
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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.
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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.
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Harvard Chinese Students and Scholars Association (Harvard 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 itself and other organizations on campus. The group works to facilitate the exchange of information between China and the United States. Its activities include sponsoring and co-sponsoring social, intellectual, and cultural events, films, and seminars. The contact e-mail is harvardcssa@gmail.com. Visit their website here.
Harvard Taiwanese Culture Society
TCS is a student-run organization at Harvard College dedicated to promoting the culture and heritage of Taiwan and of Taiwanese-Americans. From cultural events like making muaji to social events like karaoke to special events like our annual winterfest: a taste of Taiwan, our goal is to enhance awareness of Taiwanese culture and to provide a place for those interested in learning about Taiwan to meet and to discuss their interests. Visit their website here; or visit their Facebook page here.
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 and learn about Korean culture and political issues. The KA additionally provides a social outlet for Korean-American students who are interested in meeting others with a shared heritage and common interests. The 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 website here; or follow their Facebook page here.
Organization of Asian American Sisters in Service
OAASIS currently consists of 25 members who are 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. Our comp process for Spring 2019 will be starting soon! Please visit our Facebook page at http://facebook.com/harvardoaasis. Any questions can be directed to oaasis.harvard@gmail.com. OAASIS is an officially recognized student organization that welcomes students of all gender and ethnic identities.
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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.
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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.
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.
Korean Studies Portal
Japan Digital Research Center (Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies)
Japan Disasters Digital Archive
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
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