A Message from the Director
Welcome to the Weatherhead East Asian Institute, a hub for the study of modern and contemporary East, Southeast, and Inner Asia at Columbia University. Since its founding in 1949, WEAI has been a pioneer in East Asian Studies, expanding research in underexplored areas, fostering a collaborative community of experts from across disciplines, and offering unparalleled insight into one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
Upcoming Events
Book Talk: "Prisoners of the Empire: Inside Japanese POW Camps"
International Affairs Building, 420 W. 118 St., New York, NY 10027 Online through Zoom
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
News
September 21, 2020
Interview with new WEAI member Sarah Kovner
September 17, 2020
WEAI seeks proposals for two new remote research grants
September 17, 2020
Morris Rossabi discusses assimilation of China's ethnic Mongolians
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