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2023 Asian Studies Graduate Student Conference

Join us for an annual day of presentations by graduate students from the Department of Asian Studies, featuring special guest presenters unique to each year. Participants in the conference will present their original research, engage in accompanying discussions on their papers or presentations, and enjoy refreshments while meeting and talking with scholars working in a […]

2023 Asian Studies Annual Careers Night

The Department of Asian Studies is delighted to invite you to our annual Careers Night! Navigating life after graduation can be hard, so each year we bring in alumni with diverse experiences – at home and in Asia – to inform and inspire current students. This event will feature a keynote speech and round robin […]

Experience the Healing Art of Pastel Nagomi

  Thrive Month Special – Relax, Reconnect and Have Fun! With its origin from Japan, Pastel Nagomi Art presents a simple way of painting that cultivates hope, healing and happiness. The word “Nagomi” (和) means harmony and calmness. Join our Pastel Nagomi Art Workshop and learn from certified instructor how to create beautiful and heart-warming […]

2024 Asian Studies Annual Careers Night

– Registration is now closed – The Department of Asian Studies is delighted to invite you to our annual Careers Night! Navigating life after graduation can be hard, so each year we bring in reputable guests and alumni with diverse experiences – at home and in Asia – to inform and inspire current students. This […]

Special Halloween screening (& screaming!): CAVE OF THE SILKEN WEB 盤絲洞 (1927)

Join us for a special Halloween screening (and screaming!) of the long-lost Chinese spider-women film: CAVE OF THE SILKEN WEB 盤絲洞 (1927)! Translated by Christopher Rea, music by Donald Sosin. Date & Time: Thursday, October 31 at 12pm Location: Auditorium, UBC Asian Centre Format: 60-min film screening, followed by 30-min discussion This event is free and open to […]