Last Life in the Universe Screening: A Review

Sept. 20, 2016

Found in Translation: A review of Last Life in the Universe Last Life in the Universe is a cinematic collaboration between artists in Thailand and Japan released in 2003. This enigmatic film is directed and co-authored by the famed Pen-Ek Ratanaruang, dubbed the hipster filmmaker of Thailand. The co-screenwriter is...

CAS Japan Internship Program Offers Culture, Immersive Experience

Sept. 12, 2016

In collaboration with CU Study Abroad, CAS launched its Japan internship program this summer. Three companies participated: Chiyoda Rubber Company, U.S. Meat Export Federation and Mitsubishi Corporation. Students completed the internship for academic credit and practiced Japanese language skills. CU Boulder Today reported on the internship and how it came...

'Asians in Colorado' explores life for early Asian pioneers in the Centennial State

Sept. 9, 2016

Professor William Wei's new book, "Asians in Colorado," was published earlier this year by University of Washington Press. Wei's research has focused on modern China as well as the Asian American experience. Wei focuses on these experiences in the book: "Providing the most comprehensive examination to date of Asians in...

Upcoming Screenings: Cinema Kabuki & Last Life in the Universe!

Sept. 1, 2016

CAS is kicking off our fall event calendar with two screenings: Cinema Kabuki: Sagi Musume and Last Life in the Universe! From a white heron to a coquettish girl, to a woman seducing her lover and hellish betrayal, Sagi Museum , or “Heron Maiden,” is one of the most challenging...

Internship Opportunity with CAS!

Aug. 29, 2016

ASIA 4930: Center for Asian Studies Videography Internship Application Deadline: September 6, 2016 The Center for Asian Studies is looking for a motivated and energetic intern who will film and archive CAS Speaker Series events for the fall 2016 semester. This position is a unique learning opportunity to work with...

Welcome Back to CU for Fall 2016 Semester!

Aug. 22, 2016

The Center for Asian Studies welcomes the CU community back for the Fall 2016 semester! Welcome back to all returning CU faculty, staff, and students, and a special welcome to all of the new Buffs. CAS is hosting several exciting events throughout the semester. Check out our calendar of Speaker...

New Course Offering "Urban Asia: History, Modernity, Challenges"

Aug. 16, 2016

ASIA 4300 "Urban Asia: History, Modernity, Challenges" will cover a variety of cities in China (including Hong Kong and Taiwan), India, Japan, Afghanistan, Malaysia, Indonesia, and other countries, and will be taught thematically (environmental issues, impact of colonialism, concepts of urbanism and modernity, and challenges facing urban areas) while keeping...

CAS Board Member Terry Kleeman Publishes New Book on Taoism

Aug. 9, 2016

CU Boulder Religious Studies professor and CAS board member Terry Kleeman is a leading scholar on Taoism, China's only native religion. His recent book, "Celestial Masters: History and Ritual in Early Daoist Communities" is the first work published in a Western language on the founding of Taoism. Here's an excerpt...

ALTEC Fall Beginner Language Courses Offered in Hindi, Japanese and Chinese

July 15, 2016

The Anderson Language and Technology Center at CU Boulder (ALTEC) offers language courses at various levels throughout the academic year. Here are some upcoming courses in Asian languages for fall semester: Beginning Hindi: July 18 - August 17, Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30 - 7 p.m. Beginner conversation skills such as...

CAS Internships Offer Exciting New Perspectives for Students

July 13, 2016

In collaboration with CU Study Abroad and the CU Leeds School of Business Global Initiatives program, The Center for Asian Studies has partnered with three companies in Tokyo to offer internships to CU students this summer. The internships aim to provide opportunities for students to live in Japan and learn...

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