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Timed for the United Nations General Assembly, two unique programs focus on arts and culture and policy in a Vietnamese context. 

This fall, 10 expert-led online sessions will help teachers deepen their understanding of Buddhism across borders, Taoism, Shinto, Cao Dai, and other faiths and belief systems. 

An innovative new place-based program combines agriculture, fishing, conservation, and intensive academic study.  

This year's report covers the launch of two new lecture series and an innovative immersive learning program based in coastal Japan, in addition to WEAI's many other activities.

Paul Kreitman calls history of Japan's national icon, a recent title in our Studies series, "an exhilarating journey." 

In dialogue with Morris Rossabi's memoir of Columbia in the ’60s, three students share their understanding of Asian Studies in a moment of turmoil.

Tibetan Studies professor recounts her personal and professional journey in an inspiring Columbia News interview. 

Full-time position serves as the primary point of contact for all of Weatherhead’s student-facing issues and policies.

Prominent speakers argue for partnerships, private-public collaboration as crucial for transition to a smart economy.  

Comprehensive two-day event models new approaches to scholarly inquiry and offers a chance to hear Tibetan and Himalayan perspectives on ways of living with climate change.

Translator Michael Berry accepts award for 2001 novel that “still has the power to connect and resonate with a new generation . . . through translation."

The prestigious award for translated fiction is divided equally between translator and author (above, with Andrew J. Nathan).