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They're calling for snow flurries, or at least "winter precipitation" of some kind, here at the tail end of this week. If you're looking for more winter than a few stray flakes, though, the...

If you are a currently enrolled UMBC undergraduate or graduate student interested in a year of research, study, or teaching in more than 140 countries around the world, attend this special...

The days are shorter now, and a bit colder, but campus remains lively and exciting as ever for Asian Studies students. Here are a few events, dates, and deadlines of interest for you in the coming...

Today is Election Day! If you haven't voted yet, polls are open now until 8pm tonight. Maryland has same-day voter registration, so even if you aren't already registered, you may be able to cast a...

Halloween is here! Will you be dressing up on Thursday? In Japan, 2024 is the 10th anniversary of "Mundane Halloween," where people dress up not as witches or zombies or ghosts but as everyday...

Seasonally chilly weather isn't the only thing happening on campus lately. Keep reading to learn more about upcoming events, deadlines, and other news of interest for Asian Studies students! ...

As the leaves begin to change here on campus and the weather finally gets a bit cooler, we're highlighting some of the upcoming deadlines, important dates, and other things happening in Asian...

Spring has finally sprung on campus - the trees are green, the days are warm(er) and sunny, and the end of the semester is in sight. Before we get to finals and Commencement, though, there's still...

The Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes is now available online, and advising appointments are now available! We'll update the Asian Studies website with ASIA-specific classes soon - stay tuned for more...

Join Asian Studies for a screening of the Academy Award-winning Best Picture The Last Emperor! This 1987 masterpiece tells the story of China's last emperor, Puyi, and is based on his...