Student News & Events


Michael Schmidt, Asian Studies Graduate, at the One World 2013 Celebration

Michael Schmidt

On Monday, April 29, alumnus Michael Schmidt spoke at the One World Initiative's student symposium. The event celebrated the first successful year of the One World Initiative, which explored the theme "Global Perspectives on Water" across the campus.


Myanmar in Transition: Lessons on Reform and Democracy from Across the Region

David Arnold, President of the Asia Foundation and Trustee of the World Affairs Council of Northern California, spoke about Myanmar's democratic transition on April 2, 2012. Read Mr. Arnold's speech here.

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Asian Studies Spring 2013 Symposium

The topic of the Asian Studies 2013 symposium was "Cultural Reflections: Tradition & Modernity in Asia." The keynote speaker was Dr. Gi-Wook Shin, Director of the Asian-Pacific Research Center at Stanford University.

Saturday, April 6, 2013
Mariposa Hall 1000
10 AM - 5 PM
See the flyer here.


Dr. Grace Bacaltos Lectures on Davao Gulf Resources

Dr. Bacaltos gave a lecture on "Our Gulf is Our Life: Protecting Marine Resources in Davao, Philippines" on March 12. 2013. Davao Gulf, Philippines is one of the major fishing grounds of the country as well as one of the most diverse marine ecosystems in the world. Dr. Bacaltos discussed protection and management initiatives for the gulf, including the topics of overexploitation of coral reefs, sedimentation, accumulation of waste, and harmful fishing methods.

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Asian Studies Graduation Winter 2012

Asian Studies graduates Shane Eakes, Amelia Allen, Timote Loketi and Michael Schmidt with faculty Pat Chirapravati  and Gregory Kim-Ju on December 15, 2012.

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Opening Reception for Water - Essence and Potential

Water DanceWater Painting


Water dance, shamisen performance and martial arts demonstration at the opening reception for Water: Essence and Potential.

Shamisen Performance

Martial Arts Demonstration


Fall 2012 Pizza Party

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Asian Studies faculty, students, administration and guests at the fall pizza party on Friday, September 7.Asian Studies Pizza Party