This blog features information related to Asian Studies at GW. If you’re a student who’s gotten a job or internship, won an award, published a paper, won a fellowship or traveled someplace interesting, we want to know! We will also feature information about grants and fellowships you can apply for, jobs, internships, and relevant events in town, as well as information about courses, the Asian Studies program, and our faculty.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Freeman-ASIA Study Abroad Grants for Undergraduate Students
Award recipients are required to share their experiences with their home campuses or communities to encourage study abroad by others and fulfill the program's goal of increasing understanding of Asia in the United States.
From 2001 to 2009, Freeman-ASIA supported over 4,000 U.S. undergraduates from more than 600 institutions with their study abroad plans in East and Southeast Asia.
With generous funding from the Freeman Foundation, the Institute of International Education (IIE) will re-launch the Freeman-ASIA Program for two academic years, beginning in Summer 2011.
For more information, visit the Freeman-Asia website at: http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Freeman-ASIA
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Go Abroad to Grad School - Fudan University Scholarship, Shanghai
Monday, January 24, 2011
GW Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (EALL) Korean Language Scholarship and Prize
Sejong Scholarship for Korean Language Studies
The award will provide a partial tuition scholarship to a matriculated student enrolled in a Korean language/literature/culture class at The George Washington University.
The selection of the final recipient is based on the following criteria:
The recipient must have had no prior substantial experience with Korean language and culture before studying at GW.
The recipient must have a long-term interest in Korean studies and/or Korea-related activities.
The recipient must have submitted an exceptional essay in English on reasons for wanting to learn Korean [not to exceed five pages].
The recipient must have provided two favorable letters of reference.
Where several candidates meet all of the above, preference will be given to the individual demonstrating the greatest financial need.
Korean Language and Culture Student Prize ($500).
The selection of the final recipient is based on the following criteria:
The recipient must be enrolled in at least one Korean language/culture course at George Washington University.
The recipient must have had at least three semesters of Korean language studies at George Washington University or have had equivalent course-work at a comparable institution.
The recipient must have a long-term interest in Korean studies and/or in Korea-related activities.
Competition will be based on essays in English on Korea-related topics to be chosen by applicants.
American Institute of Indian Studies Fellowship Competition
Friday, January 21, 2011
State Department: Fall Internship Application
Call for Application: VOLUNTEER IN CHINA
organization, is looking for international volunteers to participate
in its 2011 Summer Volunteer Program in rural villages and urban
migrant communities in China.
participate in its 2011 Summer Volunteer Program in underprivileged
rural schools (township elementary or middle schools) and villages of
China. Volunteers will take part in activities that include:
Establishing and developing libraries: decorations, cataloging books,
electronic cataloging system set-ups, and library policy making.
Reading programs: “Library Month”, “Reading Aloud”, “Science and
Reading”, EnglishReading, and crafts.
Understanding and learning from locals: communicating with the local
teachers, home visits, community research, and promoting reading in
the community.
volunteer work on assigned volunteer sites, and 3 days concluding
forum in Beijing.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Global Language Network Class Registration
- January 20-22: Class Registration
- January 23-24: Students will receive an automated status alert
- January 25: Registered students must place a class deposit by 10 am
- January 28: Registration will officially close for classes that might have available spots after the registration period
- $150 refundable deposit to secure registered spot
- Deposit will be released at the end of the semester provided that the student attend at least 75% of classes (traditionally 9 out of 12)
- Note that there is a $25 processing fee that covers the costs of space rentals and other administrative expenses
Friday, January 14, 2011
URGENT - OPPORTUNITY TO MEET FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA, WEDS, 1/19
We just found out about this opportunity from the State Department and can provide no further information at this time regarding location, time, etc.
If you meet the criteria above (US citizen, current student, and have studied Mandarin or studied abroad in China) and wish to be considered to attend the event, email us (gsigur@gwu.edu) your full name, DOB, and SSN by 4:30 today. This will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
The Global Language Network Registration
Monday, January 10, 2011
2011 Sigur Center Grants and Fellowships
For more information regarding the Sigur Center's 2011 fellowships, inculding application forms, please visit the Fellowships and Grants page at the Sigur Center's website at: http://www.gwu.edu/~sigur/academics/fellowships.cfm
2011 Sigur Center Grants and Fellowships:
This year we are proud to introduce a NEW! Sigur Center Grant for Internships in Asia for George Washington University students interested in gaining professional experience abroad this summer.
NEW! Sigur Center Grant for Internships in Asia
The Sigur Center is pleased to offer a new grant for internships in Asia for George Washington University BA, MA and PhD candidates interested in Asian affairs. These awards provide funding for travel and living expenses while participating in non-paid or low-pay internships in Asia.
This grant is open to all GW BA, MA and PhD students regardless of nationality.
* Those selected for these grants must submit four blog posts throughout the course of the program and, during the fall semester, participate in an informal discussion with Sigur Center staff and other internship grant recipients about your experience abroad. Application should include current resume,internship information form, budget, two letters of recommendation, and GW transcripts.
Additionally, we will continue to offer our traditional Grants and Fellowships:
Sigur Center Grant for Chinese Language Study in Taiwan
Each summer the Sigur Center offers a Chinese language study grant for George Washington University BA and MA and PhD candidates. Language study must be conducted in Taiwan, and applicants need to confirm acceptance into a language program before leaving.
This grant is open to all GW BA, MA, and Ph.D. students regardless of nationality.
* Those selected for these grants must submit four blog posts throughout the course of the program and, during the fall semester, participate in an informal discussion with Sigur Center staff and other language grant recipients about your experience abroad. Application should include current resume, statement of purpose, information about the proposed language program, budget, two letters of recommendation, and GW transcripts.
**Please note that the Sigur Center has substantial funding specifically dedicated to sending students to study Chinese in Taiwan. We strongly recommend that, if you would like to study Chinese abroad, you apply for this grant. If you want to study in China, you must apply for the Asian Language Grant, which has no such specific monies for Chinese language study.**
Sigur Center Grant for Korean Language Study in Korea
The Sigur Center is pleased to offer a Korean language study grant for George Washington University BA, MA and PhD candidates. All language study must be conducted in Korea, and applicants need to confirm acceptance into a language program before leaving.
This grant is open to all GW BA, MA and Ph.D. students regardless of nationality.
* Those selected for these grants must submit four blog posts throughout the course of the program and, during the fall semester, participate in an informal discussion with Sigur Center staff and other language grant recipients about your experience abroad. Application should include current resume, statement of purpose, information about the proposed language program, budget, two letters of recommendation, and GW transcripts.
Sigur Center Grant for Asian Language Study in Asia
The Sigur Center is pleased to offer a grant for the study of any Asian language in a relevant country. Examples may include, but are not limited to:
Chinese in China
Japanese in Japan
Hindi in India
Vietnamese in Vietnam
All language study must be conducted in a relevant country where that language is commonly spoken, and applicants need to confirm acceptance into a language program before leaving.
This grant is open to all GW BA, MA and PhD students regardless of nationality.
* Those selected for these grants must submit four blog posts throughout the course of the program and, during the fall semester, participate in an informal discussion with Sigur Center staff and other language grant recipients about your experience abroad. Application should include current resume, statement of purpose, information about the proposed language program, budget, two letters of recommendation, and GW transcripts.
**Please note that the Sigur Center has substantial funding specifically dedicated to sending students to study Chinese in Taiwan. We strongly recommend that, if you would like to study Chinese abroad, you apply for the Taiwan grant. If you want to study in China, you must apply for this grant, which has no such specific monies for Chinese language study.**
Sigur Center Summer Grant for Asian Field Research
The Sigur Center offers summer field research grants in Asia for George Washington University graduate students (M.A. or Ph.D.) interested in Asian affairs. These awards provide funding for travel, living, and research expenses while doing fieldwork in an Asian country.
This grant is open to all GW MA and PhD students regardless of nationality.
* Those selected for these grants must submit a 15-page research and travel report upon completion of their project and present their findings at a roundtable discussion during the fall semester. Application should include current resume, project proposal, budget, two letters of recommendation, and GW transcripts.
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
2011 Valparaiso University Summer Advanced Chinese Program in China
- 2011 Valparaiso University Summer Advanced Chinese Program in China
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Valparaiso University (Valpo) invites undergraduate and graduate students, and K-12 teachers with US citizenship, who have completed at least two years of college Chinese, or its equivalent, to participate in the 2011 Summer Advanced Chinese Program (SACP) to be held in Hangzhou, China. Built on the success of the past four SACP programs, which have attracted over 60 participants, and subsidized by a grant from the US Department of Education, the 2011 SACP is designed to enable students to complete third-year college Chinese through intense, personalized instruction and integration of language learning with immersion in local Chinese culture and society in a city known for its rich tradition, natural beauty, and modern life. The 2011 SACP will help prepare participants to enter competitive graduate programs, pursue careers that require Chinese language competency, or teach Chinese in K-12 schools (if previously licensed).
The 2011 SACP will enroll nationwide up to 25 qualified participants. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2011. However, admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants and will close once the enrollment cap is reached. Therefore, interested applicants should apply early.
Program Design and Goals
The 2011 Valpo Summer Advanced Chinese Program (SACP) consists of two phases:
Phase 1: May 23 through June 13, 2011 – This three-and-half-week phase is designed for participants who have completed at least two years of college Chinese or its equivalent but are not yet fully prepared for intensive third year Chinese offered through the 2011 SACP; or who have studied Chinese previously or lived in China for an extended period of time but have experienced a lapse in language proficiency.
Phase 2: June 14 through August 11, 2011 – This 8-week phase is designed to complete the highly-demanding, intensive third-year Chinese with ample ongoing opportunities to travel and interact directly with the local population and culture.
Applicants of the 2011 VU’s SACP may choose to participate in Phase 1 or Phase 2 or both phases of the program depending on their language skills and needs. Interviews will determine each participant’s preparedness to enter Phase 2 directly.
Curriculum
Phase 1 will use Integrated Chinese, Level 2, Book 2 (3rd edition) along with a significant number of supplemental instructional materials drawn from various sources. The weekly schedule includes four days of instruction, lectures, one-on-one drill sessions and one day of cultural immersive learning including in-city trips. Weekends are reserved for language-driven cultural learning assignments and travel to nearby cities.
Phase 2 will use Step by Step Chinese, Intensive Chinese Book 1 & 2 along with instructional materials drawn from other sources. In addition to weekly classes and weekend travel, Phase 2 includes a series of lectures on Chinese literature, Chinese calligraphy class, Chinese painting class, and a four-day mid-session break for individual travel.
Academic Credits
Participants of Phase 2 may apply and receive up to eight graduate credits from Valpo (for an additional fee).
Application
Applicants must submit:
- Completed SACP application form;
- Essay in English AND Chinese explaining reasons for desiring to participate the program;
- Official transcripts of current academic program;
- Two letters of recommendation – one from a current Chinese language instructor and one academic recommendation.
Please visit http://www.valpo.edu/chineseandjapanesestudies/macs/sacp.php for more information and to download the SACP application form.
Multi-Country Research Fellowship Program
Council of American Overseas Research Centers
Multi-Country Research Fellowship Program
2010/2011 Cycle
Now Accepting Applications from Master’s Students!!
The Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) Multi-Country Fellowship Program supports advanced regional or trans-regional research in the humanities, social sciences, or allied natural sciences for U.S. doctoral candidates, scholars who have already earned their Ph.D., and students enrolled in Master’s Degree programs. Preference will be given to candidates examining comparative and/or cross-regional research. Applicants are eligible to apply as individuals or in teams.
Approximately ten awards of up to $12,000 each will be given in the doctoral candidate/post-doctoral scholar competition. Approximately four awards of up to $8,000 each will be given in the Master's student competition. Scholars must carry out research in two or more countries outside the United States, at least one of which hosts a participating American overseas research center. Given the changing travel restrictions and/or security warnings to many countries, applicants should contact CAORC before preparing a proposal.
Deadline: Wednesday, January 12, 2011
For more details and application, please see http://www.caorc.org/programs/
CAORC Affiliated American Overseas Research Centers
American Academy in Rome ~ American Center for Mongolian Studies ~ American Institute for Maghrib Studies ~ American Institute for Sri Lankan Studies ~ American Institute for Yemeni Studies ~ American Institute of Afghanistan Studies ~ American Institute of Bangladesh Studies ~ American Institute of Indian Studies ~ American Institute of Iranian Studies ~ American Center of Oriental Research ~ American Institute of Pakistan Studies ~ American Research Center in Egypt ~ American Research Center in Sofia ~ American Research Institute in Turkey ~ American School of Classical Studies at Athens ~ Center for Khmer Studies ~ Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute ~ Mexico-North Research Network ~ Palestinian American Research Center ~ The American Academic Research Institute in Iraq ~ West African Research Association ~ W. F. Albright Institute of Archaeological Research
CAORC fellowships for multi-country research are funded by a grant from the
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State.
Monica Clark, Program Manager
Council of American Overseas Research Centers
direct 202.633.1304 ~ main 202.633.1599 ~ fax 202.786.2430
fellowships@caorc.org ~ www.caorc.org ~ www.CLScholarship.org
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Part-time time paid opportunity at Gelman's GRC for Korean and Japanese speakers!
We are seeking a customer service and detail-oriented individual to: 1) assist the Global Resources Center patrons in the use of our collections and services; and 2) help maintain collections in the Global Resources Center and process new materials. All employees are trained to use the library’s online system and other research-oriented databases.
Position Requirements
• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week
• Availability to work some evenings and weekends
• Facility with the Korean or Japanese language
• Academic background in international affairs or a related field
Wage: for graduate students starts at $12
Wage: for undergraduate students -- inquire within
For more information, or to submit a resume,
please contact:
The Global Resources Center
Gelman Library, Room 708
2130 H St., NW
(202) 994-7105; EMAIL: grc@gwu.edu
Monday, January 3, 2011
Job opportunity - Program Coordinator at University of Maryland's National Foreign Language Center
Title: Program Coordinator
Functional Title: Program Coordinator
Position Number: 114752
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.000
College/Division: ARHU-College of Arts & Humanities
Unit: ARHU-National Foreign Language Center
Hiring Range Minimum:
Hiring Range Maximum:
Position Summary/Purpose of Position: The National Foreign Language Center (NFLC) seeks a Program Coordinator to support our STARTALK project, an innovative summer program to teach less commonly taught languages such as Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, and Urdu to more than 2,000 students at sites around the country. This position will provide technical assistance in implementing sponsored programs.
The position will collaborate with NFLC staff, sponsored program representatives, and external consultants to ensure successful sponsored programs through monitoring and tracking program progress; corresponding with external consultants; collecting program data; assisting in report writing, editing, and data analysis; working with staff to plan, coordinate, and execute meetings conferences; and maintaining website information.
Minimum Qualifications: B.A. Experience coordinating workflow and productivity; experience
in accounting and/or financial management processes; ability to communicate clearly and effectively across cultures; experience working with non-native English speakers; experience coordinating meetings and conferences; and desktop PC application and
internet technology proficiency. Proficiency in MS Excel and Access.
Preferences:
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information: Occasional travel is required for this position. Starting Salary: $40,000 - $50,000. Additional Salary Information: University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid annual leave, paid sick leave, and tuition remission.
Does this position require a background investigation? No
Posting Number: 0001165
Posting Date: 12-22-2010
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.