Asian Studies Updates - April 19 2022

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 10:49:33 -0400

Happy new year - sursedey chnam thmey! In addition to diasporic communities' celebrations around the world, the Khmer community in Cambodia celebrated the three days of Cambodian New Year late last week with some of the first large-scale festivals there since Covid began in 2020. You can learn more about Cambodian, or Khmer, New Year - including why it's observed in April, rather than in January or February - on the Siem Reap website.

URCAD All Week!

Join the UMBC community in celebrating the wonderful research and creative achievements of our students at URCAD 2022, taking place online asynchronously now through April 24.

Fall 2022 Advising Continues

Have you completed your advising appointment with Dr. Oyen yet? Even if you don't plan to finish your registration for Fall 2022 until later, sign up for an advising appointment now so that you can get your registration clearance! Learn more about advising appointments and registration on the Asian Studies website, or check out the pinned post on our myUMBC page.

Fall 2022 Course Spotlight

Looking for an elective for Fall 2022? Over the next few weeks, we'll highlight some course offerings that count towards your Asian Studies program requirements.

HIST 436 - The Rise of China and the United States' Response
Dr. Oyen
In person, Tuesday and Thursday 2:30-3:45pm
The relationship between the United States and China is one of the most critical for peace and stability in world affairs. The long history of cooperation and competition between the two powers dates to the 18th century, long before either emerged as a superpower, but continues today. This course helps students analyze developments in this diplomatic relationship on all levels, from the presidential to the personal, while keeping an eye on the future.
Recommended Course Preparation: Upper division course in History or Political Science, U.S. Foreign Policy.

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

Happening now: URCAD 2022 (see above); Fall 2022 Advising and Registration (see above)

Friday and Saturday, April 22-23: Quadmania 2022!

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[thumbnail image ID: a variety of large, colorful Khmer New Year decorations - bright star-shape lanterns amidst hoops of tinsel-covered wire - hang from the roof of a market stall.]