Category Archives: undergraduate

Japanese Studies: we have a problem—in theory

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Paula

There are plenty of stereotypes about graduate students, but one of the most persistent images is that of the intellectual snob. Using obscure words in everyday conversations, sprinkling buzzwords into explanations in class, and name-dropping the scholars or theorists they’ve … Continue reading →

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Resource: USCF Japanese Woodblock Prints

Posted on February 1, 2012 by tnguyen3729

Interested in Japanese medical history and art? Check out the University of California San Francisco’s (UCSF) Digital Collection of Japanese Woodblock Prints! About In 1963, an East Asian collection was started by UCSF Provost and university librarian, later Chancellor, John … Continue reading →

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2012 NanoJapan: International Research Experience for Undergraduates

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Nyssa

2012 NanoJapan: International Research Experience for Undergraduates Apply by January 27, 2012 Website: http://nanojapan.rice.edu Rice University is now accepting applications for the 2012 NanoJapan: International Research Experience for Undergraduates program. Generously supported by an NSF Partnerships for International Research & Education … Continue reading →

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Resource: Encyclopedia of Shinto

Posted on January 11, 2012 by tnguyen3729

Do you have an interest in Shinto? Looking for a handy online reference item to check information? Check out the Encyclopedia of Shinto. About The Encyclopedia of Shinto in an online translation of the Shintō jiten edited by the Institute … Continue reading →

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On Museum Volunteering / Internships

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Travis

Our main article kicking off the 2012 year is a guest piece by Travis, an MA student in art history who also runs the blog “茶有の者 – A Man with Tea.” We’re happy to have him and look forward to … Continue reading →

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Funding: Japan Student Service Organization: Student Exchange Support Program Scholarship

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Paula

JASSO Short-term study in Japan Program Outline This scholarship is available for qualified international students accepted by Japanese universities, graduate schools, or colleges of technology under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one … Continue reading →

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Resource: National Archives of Japan

Posted on December 21, 2011 by tnguyen3729

Interested in archives or history? Check out the digital collection available through the National Archives of Japan! About The National Archives of Japan (NAJ) Digital Archive provides access to digitized images of preserved historical records. Users can search for the descriptions … Continue reading →

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Internships at the Japan America Society of Washington, D.C. (Winter/Spring Semester)

Posted on October 3, 2011 by LM

Interning at a Japan America Society is a great way to prepare for a job in the field of cultural exchange. The Japan America Society of Washington, D.C., has five internships open for the winter/spring semester (minimum of 10 weeks). … Continue reading →

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Intrax International Internships in Tokyo (Undergraduate)

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Nyssa

Undergraduates searching for an internship opportunity may be interested in Intrax International’s 8-week summer internship program in Tokyo. The program is designed for university students and recent graduates, 18-25 years old. The Japan-Tokyo page lists over 20 summer internship opportunities … Continue reading →

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Call for Papers: Michigan Journal of Asian Studies (new publication)

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Paula

The Michigan Journal of Asian Studies is a new journal at the University of Michigan, supported by the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures, dedicated to publishing undergraduate and graduate work on the broad topic of Asia (East, Southeast, South, … Continue reading →

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