Hong Kong activist Nathan Law continues the fight Hong Kong activist Nathan Law at Perry World House earlier this month. Q&A Hong Kong activist Nathan Law continues the fight The exiled activist and Perry World House Visiting Fellow discusses his current work and his thoughts on the state of democracy around the world.
India at 75, CASI at 30 India at 75, CASI at 30 The Center for the Advanced Study of India, the first institution in the U.S. dedicated to the study of contemporary India, is turning 30 this year, and celebrated with a symposium that also highlighted the 75th anniversary of India’s independence.
Chinese Americans, countries apart Adrian Ke poses in Lima’s historical center. Chinese Americans, countries apart Fourth year Adrian Ke’s research into Chinese Peruvian immigrants fueled her thesis and a deeper connection to her own cultural identity.
Martial arts and Asian American identity Angela Shen, a rising junior in the Huntsman program, is researching Asian American identity and martial arts. Martial arts and Asian American identity Rising junior Angela Shen researches the ritual and practice of judo, taekwondo, kung fu, and karate.
Who, What, Why: Hannah De Oliveira’s study of Japanese American internment Who, What, Why Who, What, Why: Hannah De Oliveira’s study of Japanese American internment Through a spring Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowships grant, rising senior Hannah De Oliveira explored archives across the country to study viewpoints within Japanese American internment camps.
Exploring Mongolia with an insider’s view, no luggage necessary Professor Christopher P. Atwood (left), the group’s guide Javzandulam Sodnom (right), and Penn Global seminar students at the ceremonial gate near the entrance to the Bogd Khan’s Winter Palace in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. They are toasting with small cups of “airag,” or fermented mare’s milk, a traditional drink which Penn graduate Yang Yuqing (yellow shirt, center), who is currently studying in Mongolia, brought for the class. (Image: Courtesy of Penn Global) Exploring Mongolia with an insider’s view, no luggage necessary Students in Christopher P. Atwood’s Penn Global seminar on Mongolian civilization explored the capital and vast grasslands of Mongolia, meeting welcoming locals along the way.
The legacy of Shinzo Abe People queue to offer flowers and prayers for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, at Zojoji temple prior to his funeral on July 12, 2022, in Tokyo. Abe was assassinated on July 8 while campaigning in Nara, western Japan. (Image: AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Q&A The legacy of Shinzo Abe Frederick R. Dickinson, professor of Japanese history and director of the Center for East Asian Studies, offers his take on Abe’s impact on Japan, foreign policy, and lessons we can draw from his killing.
Hong Kong handover, 25 years later Chinese and Hong Kong flags are hanged to celebrate the upcoming 25th anniversary of Hong Kong handover to China, in Hong Kong, Friday, June 17, 2022. Hong Kong marks the anniversary on July 1, 2022. (Image: AP Photo/Kin Cheung) Hong Kong handover, 25 years later Hong Kong marks 25 years under Chinese control on July 1. Jacques deLisle, director of the Center for the Study of Contemporary China, discusses where Hong Kong stands now and what the future might hold.
Can China stop climate change? Scott Moore, director of China Programs and Strategic Initiatives, pictured along Locust Walk. Q&A Can China stop climate change? In a political science course and new book, Director of China Programs and Strategic Initiatives Scott Moore unfurls the layers of China’s approach to sustainability and technology.
Who, What, Why: Tamia Harvey-Martin presents her film debut Tamia Harvey-Martin premieres “A Foolproof Guide to Relationships,” a short film about asexuality, at the LGBT Center on June 28. Who, What, Why Who, What, Why: Tamia Harvey-Martin presents her film debut Tamia Harvey-Martin premieres “A Foolproof Guide to Relationships,” a short film about asexuality, at the LGBT Center on June 28.