Month: March 2025
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 […]
Solidarity Statement in Response to the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand
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 […]
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 HST | Moore Hall 258, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Interested in a career in medical and community 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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Investigative Journalist Sheila Coronel for a Critical Talk on Political Dynasties and Democracy
The Center for Southeast Asian Studies, in collaboration as the Asia Working Group, is pleased to co-sponsor a special talk by renowned journalist Sheila Coronel on the dangers of political dynasties and their impact on democracy. Event Details About the Speaker Sheila Coronel is the Director of the Stabile Center for Investigative Journalism and the […]
Apply Now: 2025 Jefferson Fellowships Open for Applications!
The 2025 Jefferson Fellowship is now accepting applications! This year’s program focuses on “The Future of Food Security: Lessons from Southeast Asia” and offers a unique opportunity for journalists from the Asia-Pacific region, including the U.S. to engage in on-the-ground reporting and discussions. Fellowship Highlights Selected fellows will explore critical food security issues, learning firsthand […]
Luce SEA 2024 Fall Webinar Recording Now Available: “Climate Change Migration in Southeast Asia”
The recording of the webinar “Climate Change Migration in Southeast Asia” is now available! This discussion explored the impacts of climate change on migration patterns across Southeast Asia, examining how rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and environmental changes are reshaping communities. Watch Full Video Here Enhanced Viewing Experience As part of our ongoing efforts […]
Call for Papers: 54th Annual Conference of SouthWest Conference on Asian Studies
Pasts and Futures: Rethinking Asian Studies in the New Global Landscape November 7-9, 2025 | Texas A&M University-San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA The 54th Annual Conference of the SouthWest Conference on Asian Studies (SWCAS) invites scholars to critically examine the evolving landscape of Asian Studies under the theme “Pasts and Futures: Rethinking Asian Studies […]
