Asian Studies March News, Events, and Deadlines

There's a lot happening in the world recently, and on Monday something new was added to the list: a volcanic rock near Mount Nasu, in Japan's Tochigi prefecture, has split in two. The rock was said to be the place where an evil fox spirit had been trapped a thousand years ago. Is the rock's destruction a bad omen, or just weather and climate taking their course? Historian Nick Kapur has some insight in his brief Twitter thread, or you can learn more via the Guardian's article. 

Study Abroad Application Deadline - Thursday!

If you are planning to participate in a study abroad program, UMBC's application deadline for Summer 2022, Fall 2022, and academic year 2022-23 programs is Thursday, March 10! If you have not yet completed the steps indicated in this myUMBC post from the Education Abroad office, be sure to do so as soon as possible. 

Programs that start in or after Spring 2023 have a separate deadline - the Education Abroad team can help with any questions or concerns you may have. 

USAJOBS Info Session and Application Tips - Thursday!

If you're considering a job with the federal government after graduation, you'll need to know how to use USAJOBS. From decoding the sometimes technical and confusing language in the job listings, to tailoring your resume and responding to online questionnaires, Thursday's online session will give attendees a good foundation for their future federal job searches. Learn more, and find out how to sign up, at the Career Center's myUMBC page.

Paid On-Campus Internships with Democracy and Civic Life

Thinking about an internship for the next academic year? Consider one of the three paid opportunities available from UMBC's Center for Democracy and Civic Life! The full-academic-year internships require a 15-20 hour/wk commitment, on average. The deadline to apply is April 4, 2022 - for more information, view the Center for Democracy and Civic Life's myUMBC post. 

Advising is Coming

Though it seems like we just started the Spring 2022 semester, advising for Fall 2022 is on the horizon. Stay tuned for more information! 

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

• Now: Summer 2022 registration is open! If you're thinking about summer as an opportunity to catch up or get ahead in your studies, you can set up an advising appointment with Dr. Oyen using her Calendly link. 
• Thursday, March 10, 1pm: USAJOBS online info session [see above]
• Thursday, March 10: Study Abroad application deadline [see above]
• March 20-27: Spring break!

[thumbnail image ID: An aerial photograph taken on a misty morning, showing a road snaking along the crest of a series of hills on a tea plantation in Fujian, China. The road is lined with cherry trees, many of which are in brilliant pink bloom. In the distance are additional fog-shrouded mountains.]