Author Archives: Paula

About Paula

Paula lives in the vortex of academic life. She studies medieval Japanese history.

Notice: Article temporarily down

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Paula

With apologies, our post for today, “The Struggles and Successes of Translating Mobile Apps” has been temporarily removed. As with most app and technology-related things, it contained some time sensitive information and needs a bit of review, but look forward … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Assistant Professor; Nichibunken

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Paula

Application Guidelines for a Full-time Faculty Position (without tenure) Office of International Research Exchange International Research Center for Japanese Studies (Nichibunken) Position title: Assistant Professor Number of positions: One position Work responsibilities:7 The Office of International Research Exchange is primarily involved … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: The Tales of Ise [new translation]

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Paula

The Tales of Ise Translated by Peter MacMillan One of the three seminal works of Japanese literature, this beautiful collection of poems and tales offers an unparalleled insight into ancient Japan. Along with the Tale of Genji and One Hundred … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Japanese history, Connecticut College

Posted on March 25, 2017 by Paula

Institution: Connecticut College Location: New London, Connecticut Position: Visiting Assistant Professor, History The Department of History invites applicants for a one-year visiting position in Japanese History, beginning in July 1, 2017. In addition to two required introductory Japanese history classes, intermediate- … Continue reading →

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Call for Papers: 2nd Annual Midwestern Japanese Graduate Studies Workshop

Posted on March 25, 2017 by Paula

Call for Abstracts 2nd Annual Midwestern Japanese Graduate Studies Workshop The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL May 12th to 13th, 2017 Graduate students (PhD or MA) in Japanese Studies at Midwestern universities are invited to submit abstracts for the 2nd … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Vegetable Carving Art

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Paula

Five years ago we featured an article on banana carving art, and let’s just say we never get tired of a new and fun food idea coming out of Japan. This week we have an article from Colossal highlighting the Japanese … Continue reading →

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Funding: TIFO Fellowships for PhD candidates 2017

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Paula

Toshiba International Foundation Fellowships 2017 Within the framework of the Toshiba International Foundation Fellowship programme conducted jointly by EAJS and the Toshiba International Foundation, the European Association for Japanese Studies (EAJS) selects candidates for a fellowship to undertake research in … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Ama, traditional Japanese women divers

Posted on March 10, 2017 by Paula

This week has highlighted the contributions of women as the International Women’s Day Strike took place on Wednesday, so this week our Fun Link Friday will highlight some amazing ladies who hold an important place in traditional Japanese practices. Messy … Continue reading →

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Funding: Japanese Association of University Women

Posted on March 8, 2017 by Paula

2017 JAUW INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Currently Inviting Applications MUST BE RECEIVED BY：March 31, 2017 Japanese Association of University Women (JAUW) is now calling for Applications for its 2017 International Fellowships. This program is to offer core funding to financially help … Continue reading →

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Call for Papers: Nation, Gender and History: Asian Cinemas in Perspective

Posted on March 7, 2017 by Paula

Nation, Gender and History: Asian Cinemas in Perspective International conference Vilnius University, Centre of Oriental Studies, 7-9 September 2017 Asian Arts Centre and The Centre of Oriental Studies of Vilnius University (Lithuania) invite scholars, film professionals and enthusiasts to Nation, Gender and … Continue reading →

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