Name: Book Talk: Emplacing East Timor: Regime Change and Knowledge Production, 1860 – 2010
Start: 2025-04-16
End: 2025-04-16

at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Solidarity Statement in Response to the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand March 28, 2025
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March 28, 2025 The Center for Southeast Asian Studies at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa (UH CSEAS) expresses solidarity with the people of Myanmar and Thailand who were devastated by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake on Friday, March 28, 2025. This catastrophic event has left a trail of destruction and loss of life in both […]
Book Talk: “Emplacing East Timor: Regime Change and Knowledge Production, 1860–2010” March 6, 2025
Wednesday, April 16 2025, 9:00 – 10:30 pm (Eastern Standard Time) / 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm (Hawaiian Standard Time) Thursday, April 17, 2025, 10:00 – 11:30 am (Timor Leste Time) Link for Zoom Registration: https://go.hawaii.edu/x5b About the Book Talk: This virtual book talk features a recent publication (May 2024) by Dr. Kisho Tsuchiya, in […]
Luce SEA Webinar Recording Now Available: “Autocracy and Democracy Rivalry in Southeast Asia.” March 6, 2025
We are pleased to announce that the recording of the Luce SEA Webinar titled “Autocracy and Democracy Rivalry in Southeast Asia.” is now available! Elections have long been a cornerstone of democratic values, and this webinar explores the complexities of electoral politics in Southeast Asia, from local to presidential/general elections. Panelists examine key issues, including: […]
Divergence and Alterity: Shrines, Sacrality, and Performing Arts in South and Southeast Asia March 6, 2025
Friday, April 11, 2025 3:00 – 4:30 PM (HST) / Register on Zoom Speaker: Abdul Haque Chang, Dept. of Social Sciences & Liberal Arts, IBA Karachi The Center for Southeast Asian and South Asian Studies is pleased to present a lecture on Divergence and Alterity: Shrines, Sacrality, and Performing Arts in South and Southeast Asia […]
Webinar Announcement: Promoting Community-Centric Tourism Economy in Southeast Asia March 6, 2025
April 2, 2025 3:00 – 4:30 PM HST / April 3, 2025 8:00 – 9:30 AM ICT, 9:00 – 10:30 AM PST, 10:00 – 11:30 AM JST / Register on Zoom Join Us for an Engaging Discussion on Sustainable, Community-Centric Tourism in Southeast Asia We invite you to our upcoming webinar, Promoting Community-Centric Tourism Economy in […]
Join Us to Explore and Celebrate Philippine Language, Literature, and Culture! February 24, 2025
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May 23, 2025, Friday / Click Here to Register Mark your calendars for the Pamana ng Lahi Teacher Training Seminar brought to you by the UH Mānoa Center for Southeast Asian Studies and the Filipino Language and Culture Program. Designed for educators passionate about Philippine language, literature, and culture, this event brings together renowned experts […]
Hot Stuff: Exposing Indonesia’s Geothermal Dreams Simulcast Organized by GETSEA February 24, 2025
March 31, 2025 11:00 AM (HST) Moore Hall 155A, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa About the Event Join us for a special simulcast film screening and discussion of Hot Stuff, an award-winning documentary that critically examines Indonesia’s energy policies, the corporate interests tied to them, and their impact on local environments and communities. Directed by […]

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Join the Thai Language Table – Spring 2025 Virtual Sessions

Join us for the Thai Language Table Virtual Session! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this is a great opportunity to practice speaking Thai in a relaxed environment. Connect with fellow learners, ask questions, and improve your fluency through engaging conversations. Don’t miss out on this chance to immerse yourself in the language and culture. Session DatesThursdays: April […]
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Launch Your Global Career: Join Alyes Wong on Friday, April 25 for a Foreign Service Talk

Friday, April 25, 2025 | 12:30–1:30 PM HSTMoore Hall 258, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Interested in a career in foreign service or professional interpreting? Join us for a conversation with Alyes Wong, CoreCHI-P, Business Manager of Interpreting and Translation Services at UCSF Health and a UH Mānoa alumna. Light refreshments will be served. Register […]
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Take a Stand This Summer: Enroll in ASAN 491I – Women’s Rights in South Asia

Offered this summer, ASAN 491I (601) CRN 93126 – Women’s Rights in South Asia examines the historical and contemporary challenges faced by South Asian women, particularly those who have migrated to Southeast Asia. This course offers students a deep dive into gender-based violence, economic inequality, political participation, and legal mobilization across the region, with a […]
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Bridging Language Barriers: Interpreting for Your Community

Wed, Apr 23, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM & Apr 24, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM / Register Here This workshop highlights career paths for interpreters across various sectors. While the speaker will focus on medical interpreting, the session welcomes professionals and aspiring interpreters in all fields—including legal, human services, and more. Learn from an […]
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Apply Now: Scholarships for Summer Course on Access to Justice in Southeast Asia

Deadline: March 31, 2025 Applications are now open for scholarships to attend the Summer Course on Access to Justice in Southeast Asia and Beyond at the University of Jember (UJ) from July 20 – August 14, 2025. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2025. This program is organized by the UJ Centre for Human […]

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Join Us to Explore and Celebrate Philippine Language, Literature, and Culture!

May 23, 2025, Friday / Click Here to Register Mark your calendars for the Pamana ng Lahi Teacher Training Seminar brought to you by the UH Mānoa Center for Southeast Asian Studies and the Filipino Language and Culture Program. Designed for educators passionate about Philippine language, literature, and culture, this event brings together renowned experts […]
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Cultivating Connections: Dr. Sothy Eng’s Journey in Mindfulness, Social Capital, and Family Resilience in Cambodia

Research Focus Sothy Eng, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in Human Development and Family Science within the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. His research focuses on Cambodian families, particularly parenting, family relationships, and youth development. His work on Cambodian families […]
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Building Connections Through Culture: Highlights from the CSEAS Spring 2025 Gathering

Last Friday, the Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS) and the Ethnomusicology Program hosted a Spring 2025 Gathering at the Ethnomusicology Courtyard at UH Mānoa. The event brought together students, faculty, and researchers with a shared interest in Southeast Asian focus including cultures, languages, traditions, and sociopolitical issues. Approximately 70 students, faculty, and CSEAS partners […]
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SPAS Showcases Initiatives at the 3rd Annual UH Mānoa Research Day at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol

The School of Pacific & Asian Studies (SPAS) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa proudly participated in the third annual UH Mānoa Research Day at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol. This event highlighted the diverse research and creative works addressing both local and global challenges, with the theme “UH Mānoa Research and Creative Works for […]
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Job Opportunity: Librarian – Pacific & Southeast Asian Materials Cataloger | Application Review Begins: January 17, 2025

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Hamilton Library invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Librarian II, III, or IV (Pacific and Southeast Asian Materials Cataloger) position. This exciting opportunity focuses on cataloging library resources in Southeast Asian and Pacific languages, supporting world-class collections that serve students, faculty, and scholars globally. Position Details About the Role […]

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