A Message from the Director
Lien-Hang T. Nguyen, Director, Weatherhead East Asian Institute
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.
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WEAI at 75: Celebrating a Legacy and Looking Ahead
News
Carol Gluck Wins NIHU International Prize in Japanese Studies
Annual award recognizes a scholar from outside Japan who has made a significant contribution to international Japanese studies.
Call for Papers: Consortium of African and Asian Studies (CAAS) 2025 Symposium
15th annual symposium to be held in coordination with "Africa-Asia: A New Axis of Knowledge ConFest" in Dakar, Senegal, June 11 – 14, 2025
Forbes Vietnam Honors WEAI Director in Ho Chi Minh City “Women’s Summit”
Lien-Hang Nguyen issues call for mentorship programs that will allow younger Vietnamese women to build on predecessors’ gains
WEAI AT 75: VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
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