Center for East Asian Studies
Promoting East Asian Studies throughout the Northeast by supporting the teaching of East Asian cultures in K-12 schools and higher education.
Working with educators in elementary, middle, and high schools, and in colleges and universities, the Five College Center for East Asian Studies provides tools supporting the teaching of and learning about East Asian cultures. The Center draws on the resources of the Five College member campuses to conduct seminars, institutes, conferences, and workshops.
Celebrating 25 Years of NCTA
Did you know that the Freeman Foundation has funded NCTA for 25 years? We are grateful to the Foundation for understanding the importance of including East Asia in the curriculum. As a way to celebrate this anniversary and to thank the Foundation, the seven NCTA national coordinating sites, with the University of Pittsburgh taking the lead, produced this 8-minute NCTA 25th Anniversary video.
Upcoming Programs
Seminars
Three Frontiers of China: An Introduction to Tibet, Xinjiang, and Mongolia
October 1-22
"Frontiers" have held a critical geopolitical and cultural place in Chinese history and figure significantly in contemporary China's domestic policies, world view, and global relations. This three-part webinar/discussion course offers an interdisciplinary introduction to images and realities of three historical frontiers--now Autonomous Regions--Tibet, Xinjiang, and Mongolia. The course will introduce histories, cultures, national government policies, and current tensions and issues. Participants will take part in three webinars and have the opportunity to discuss topics and resources in online, asynchronous forums offered via Moodle. Our course instructor is Jonathan Lipman, History Professor Emeritus, Mt. Holyoke College. Dates: Live webinars October 1, 8, and 15, 2024. Asynchronous discussions take place each week from October 1-22, 2024. Stipend and Certificate of Completion for 15 hours of professional development will be provided for full participation.
Additional information and registration.
Webinars
A History of Taiwan’s Indigenous Peoples and the State, with Prof. Kun-Hui Ku
Sept. 24, 7-8pm ET. Join Professor Kun-Hui Ku as she discusses Taiwan’s indigenous peoples and their relationship to the state through different historical periods, including Tsai Ing-wen’s apology on behalf of the state in 2016 and the new administration under William Lai. Kun-Hui Ku is professor of Anthropology at National Tsing Hua University where she is a committee member for the Center for World Austronesia and Indigenous Peoples. Professor Ku earned her PhD in Social Anthropology at King’s College, University of Cambridge, UK. Register here.
Receive the Weekly E-Bulletin
The Center publishes a weekly e-bulletin during the academic year. Each issue provides information about East Asia–related events, study and travel opportunities for teachers and their students, and educational resources. If you wish to receive the e-bulletin, please email: fcceas@fivecolleges.edu
Links to East Asia Departments at the Five College Campuses
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