Tag Archives: Japanese

IUC Series: 10-month program (Part 1)

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Paula

We’ve already covered a variety of topics about the Inter-University Center for Japanese Language studies, including introductory information, apartments vs. monthly mansions, IUC-sponsored housing (Star Heights and Toriumi Haimu), and the summer program, but most students are interested in hearing … Continue reading →

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Summer Program: HIF Japanese Language and Japanese Culture Program

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Paula

Already thinking about a summer language program for next year? Check out HIF, which has a February application deadline! — http://www.hif.or.jp/en/program/ Program Objectives The HIF Japanese Language and Japanese Culture Program is a university level intensive summer course that focuses … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Japanese-Speaking Private Banker

Posted on June 25, 2011 by LM

Via University of Michigan CJS. Private Client Direct International Banking Team – Private Banker – Troy, MI Job Requisition Number: 110013910 Job Description The Private Client Direct business is a part of JPMorgan’s Private Client Services business. Private Client Services … Continue reading →

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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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CAJLE Annual Conference 2011: Exploring on Pedagogical Japanese Grammar and Teaching for Communication

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Paula

Theme: Exploring on Pedagogical Japanese Grammar and Teaching for Communication Conference Date:  August 5 (Fri)-7 (Sun), 2011 Conference Venue:  University of Regina The annual conference of the Canadian Association for Japanese Language Education (CAJLE) will be held at University of … Continue reading →

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Announcement: Summer Institute for Teachers of Japanese Language in U.S.

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Paula

The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles, in collaboration with DePaul University will conduct a four-day Summer Institute in Arlington Heights, Illinois, during summer 2011. Goals and Objectives: Workshop participants will review and improve their teaching practices by revisiting basic knowledge and … 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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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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Job Opening: Japanese Instructor

Posted on May 19, 2011 by LM

Full information and application at HigherEdJobs.com. Position: Part-Time/Adjunct Japanese Instructor Institution: Community College of Aurora Location: Aurora, CO Application Due: Open Until Filled Anticipated Start Date: August 2011 The Position Due to the continued growth in our language programs, we … Continue reading →

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