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
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News
December 01, 2021
Job Opening: Financial Coordinator
November 30, 2021
New study from Qin Gao investigates effects of welfare participation and targeting on child multidimensional poverty in rural China
November 22, 2021
WEAI mourns loss of Gari Ledyard
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