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
WEAI at 75: Celebrating a Legacy and Looking Ahead
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December 05, 2024
We're Hiring: Three New Job Openings Available at WEAI
December 05, 2024
Call for Applications: Chinese Language Fellowship Program from the National Bureau of Asian Research
December 03, 2024
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.