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Job Openings: Faculty Positions at Keio University

Posted on June 23, 2011 by LM

Via University of Michigan CJS: Keio University, Shonan Fujisawa Campus (SFC) HIRING: Faculty Positions Deadline: August 25, 2011 To achieve a more global education, Keio University is implementing courses taught in English by scholars from abroad. Keio University SFC is … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Orchestral Studies Administrative Associate

Posted on June 16, 2011 by LM

More information and online application at HigherEdJobs.com. Institution: Stanford University Location: Stanford, CA Type: Part-Time/Adjunct The Department of Music is seeking an Orchestral Studies Administrative Assistant supporting the Director of Orchestral Studies. This is an on-going, 50% FTE, benefits-eligible position. … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Assistant Program Director for Education Abroad

Posted on June 16, 2011 by LM

From HigherEdJobs.com. Apply online here. Institution: Virginia Tech Location: Blacksburg, VA Review of applications will begin on 6/23/2011; however, applications may be received until a candidate is appointed. About Virginia Tech Virginia Tech’s Education Abroad program sends more than 1,200 … Continue reading →

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Wasei Eigo is オンリーワン

Posted on June 1, 2011 by LM

The term wasei Eigo (和製英語) literally means English Made in Japan. This is not to be confused with Engrish, the popular term for the ubiquitous nonsensical English that decorates clothing and accessories in Japan, or gairaigo (外来語), loan words. Rather, … Continue reading →

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Job Openings: Translators/Interpreters and Legal Document Review

Posted on May 29, 2011 by LM

Via the University of Michigan Center for Japanese Studies: My name is Matt Clarke, I am a partner with the law firm Ryley Carlock & Applewhite.  My firm has a practice area that is dedicated to litigation and litigation support.  … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Eigo Noto, DVD 1: Understanding Women

Posted on May 27, 2011 by LM

Eigo Noto (｢英語ノート」) is the government-approved English language textbook for grades 5 and 6. While the overall content is decent, JET ALTs and CIRs who work in public elementary schools in Japan know just how incredibly awkward the conversations in the … Continue reading →

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Blog Review: Contemporary Japanese Literature

Posted on May 23, 2011 by LM

For those looking for intelligent and entertaining discussions of Japanese literature and pop culture, I cannot recommend highly enough Kathryn Hemmann’s Contemporary Japanese Literature. Ms. Hemmann, a Japanese Literature PhD candidate at the University of Pennsylvania, describes her blog as … Continue reading →

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Announcement: JET Alum Academics Group on LinkedIn

Posted on May 21, 2011 by LM

From Jet Wit: Steven Horowitz of JET Wit set up a new LinkedIn group for JETs, JET alums and friends of JET who work in academia or are interested in working in academia. This includes any professors, PhD candidates, masters … Continue reading →

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Job Openings: Kindergarten and First-Grade Teachers, Hinoki International School

Posted on May 19, 2011 by LM

From the University of Michigan Center for Japanese Studies mailing list: Positions: Kindergarten and First-Grade Teachers (English or Japanese) Location: Hinoki International School, Livonia, MI Hinoki International School has four positions (two of which will most likely be filled internally) … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Adjunct Instructor/Assistant Professor of Japanese Language & Literature

Posted on May 19, 2011 by LM

Online application at The University of Montana’s website. Position: Adjunct Instructor/Assistant Professor of Japanese Language & Literature Institution: The University of Montana Location: Missoula, MT Application Due: Open Until Filled Job Description The University of Montana seeks to appoint an … Continue reading →

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