Thinking of Study Abroad? Fund for Education Abroad Apps Open Soon!

If you're thinking about a study abroad program for the coming academic year, the Fund for Education Abroad scholarship can help you reach your goal! 

Applications for this scholarship open on July 1. Any undergraduate student who is a US citizen or permanent resident is eligible to apply, and the funds can be applied to any study abroad program that's eligible for UMBC credit. The deadline to submit your application is July 15. You can learn more about the FEA scholarship in this myUMBC post from Global Studies! 

Fall 2022 Advising Still Available!

Are you a current student who still needs advising and registration clearance for Fall 2022? It's not too late! Make an appointment with Dr. Oyen for your clearance - learn more on our website. 

New students who are starting their first semester at UMBC this fall will have an opportunity to register for classes at their orientation session this summer! 

Asian Studies Office Summer Hours

The Asian Studies office (Fine Arts 548) is open 8:30am-1:30pm, Mon-Thurs, this summer. We will be working remotely in July, but are available any time via email. 

We'll be in person again in August. If you are on campus prior to the start of class, feel free to stop by and say hello! 

Job Opportunities with SAADA

The South Asian American Digital Archive is hiring for two full-time, exempt positions! 

Community Engagement Coordinator - this position will work with members of the South Asian American community to establish relationships with donors and volunteers who can contribute to supporting SAADA's work. Learn more about the position here.

Education Outreach Manager - this position will work directly with educators and administrators to ensure that South Asian American stories form an integral, meaningful part of K-12 and college/university curricula. Learn more about this position here. 

Asian Studies Summer Office Hours

The Asian Studies office is open Monday-Thursday, 8:30-1:30, in June and August. If you are on campus, please feel free to stop by and say hello - we're always happy to see you and to help with anything you might need. 

The office will be closed for in-person assistance from July 2-20. We are always available by email, and you can also reach Dr. Oyen directly by email at any time, too. 

As spring continues to roll across Maryland, it's also in full swing elsewhere around the world. Even if it's dreary today here on campus, you can always take a few moments to tune into part of this archived stream from China's CGTV channel of last year's scenery around the Huanghuacheng section of the Great Wall of China. 

For those celebrating this coming weekend, we wish you a happy Passover and a happy Easter! 

Advising and Registration for Fall 2022 are Ongoing!

Advising and registration for Fall 2022 is underway. If you have already had your advising appointment, great - thank you! If you still need to schedule one, that's okay! Learn more about signing up for Fall 2022 classes on our website, or check out our myUMBC notice. 

Remember: you must have your advising clearance from Dr. Oyen before you can sign up for classes. If you're not sure what classes you want to take, it's okay to think about it and complete your registration later - talk to Dr. Oyen about your options at your advising appointment! 

Tomorrow: Lecturer Candidate Presentation - 11am

We hope that you'll be able to join us as we welcome a faculty candidate to campus tomorrow. The candidate will give a presentation entitled "What is Asia?" at 11am in Fine Arts 558. Students are welcome to attend in-person or via WebEx online; in-person attendees will receive a free boxed lunch and, if they'd like one, an Asian Studies t-shirt. You can RSVP for the presentation on the myUMBC event page!  

Summer Registration is Ongoing!

Thinking about a summer class, but haven't signed up quite yet? There's still time! Visit the Summer Session website to learn more about course offerings, financial aid, and other important details about catching up or getting ahead during the summer term. Dr. Oyen can also help you with any summer session questions during your Fall advising appointment. 

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

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[Thumbnail image ID: Part of the Huanghuacheng section of the Great Wall of China crosses a ridge. The ridge is blanketed in trees covered with new green leaves and bright pink flowers.]

Study Abroad Application Deadline - Thursday!

If you are planning to participate in a study abroad program, UMBC's application deadline for Summer 2022, Fall 2022, and academic year 2022-23 programs is Thursday, March 10! If you have not yet completed the steps indicated in this myUMBC post from the Education Abroad office, be sure to do so as soon as possible. 

Programs that start in or after Spring 2023 have a separate deadline - the Education Abroad team can help with any questions or concerns you may have. 

USAJOBS Info Session and Application Tips - Thursday!

If you're considering a job with the federal government after graduation, you'll need to know how to use USAJOBS. From decoding the sometimes technical and confusing language in the job listings, to tailoring your resume and responding to online questionnaires, Thursday's online session will give attendees a good foundation for their future federal job searches. Learn more, and find out how to sign up, at the Career Center's myUMBC page.

Paid On-Campus Internships with Democracy and Civic Life

Thinking about an internship for the next academic year? Consider one of the three paid opportunities available from UMBC's Center for Democracy and Civic Life! The full-academic-year internships require a 15-20 hour/wk commitment, on average. The deadline to apply is April 4, 2022 - for more information, view the Center for Democracy and Civic Life's myUMBC post. 

Advising is Coming

Though it seems like we just started the Spring 2022 semester, advising for Fall 2022 is on the horizon. Stay tuned for more information! 

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

• Now: Summer 2022 registration is open! If you're thinking about summer as an opportunity to catch up or get ahead in your studies, you can set up an advising appointment with Dr. Oyen using her Calendly link. 
• Thursday, March 10, 1pm: USAJOBS online info session [see above]
• Thursday, March 10: Study Abroad application deadline [see above]
• March 20-27: Spring break!

[thumbnail image ID: An aerial photograph taken on a misty morning, showing a road snaking along the crest of a series of hills on a tea plantation in Fujian, China. The road is lined with cherry trees, many of which are in brilliant pink bloom. In the distance are additional fog-shrouded mountains.]

If, like us, you're excited about spring's arrival and the associated warmer weather and other joys, you may be interested in the National Cherry Blossom Festival's website, which includes (among other things) the Peak Bloom forecast. The first bloom updates should start arriving today, but you can visit their site now to learn more about the festival and celebrations taking place later this month!

Thank you for attending the candidate presentations!

Thank you to those of you who attended the presentations by our faculty candidates this month. We appreciate your time and feedback, and hope that you will have an opportunity to take a class with the selected candidate this fall! If you have any feedback about the candidates and their presentations, please email Dr. Oyen.

Online Conversation: Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

Please join the Departments of Political Science and History at this important online conversation on Wednesday, March 2 (tomorrow) at 2:30pm. Faculty and students will discuss some of the causes of Russia's invasion, as well as its potential consequences. 

Student Fee Forum Friday, March 4, 2pm [online]

The Annual Student Fee Forum takes place this year on Friday, March 4, at 2pm. Learn about the plans for 2022-23 academic year tuition and fees, and share your thoughts or concerns about the proposals with campus leadership. Given the ongoing impact of Covid-19 and other global events, your voice in this conversation is more important than ever. 

All attendees will have the chance to win a $25 giftcard to the Bookstore. 

Join the WebEx event using this link [click here to go to the WebEx meeting].

Save the Date: Author D. Watkins Virtual Event, April 6

Baltimore native D. Watkins will visit campus virtually on Wednesday, April 6, from 4:30-5:30pm, to discuss his book We Speak for Ourselves: How Woke Culture Prohibits Progress. The event is part of this year's UMBC Community Read. Learn more about the Community Read and We Speak for Ourselves at the virtual event's myUMBC page here and at the Community Read group's page here. 

Summer Session Registration Now Open!

Are you thinking about taking a class during Summer Session 2022? Registration is now open! 

Course offerings that may be of interest to ASIA students include: 

• HIST 103 - East Asian Civilization (in-person, Summer II Six Weeks)
• JPNS 102 - Elementary Japanese II (hybrid, Summer II Six Weeks)
• MUSC 230 - Musics of the World (online, Summer I Four Weeks)

If you would like to learn more about summer classes, or have general advising questions, you can email Dr. Oyen or set up a meeting using her Calendly link.

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

• Tuesday, March 1 (today) - Summer 2022 registration opens!
• Tuesday, March 1 (today) - last day to sign up to get academic credit for a Spring 2022 internship or other research experience
• Wednesday, March 2, 2:30pm (tomorrow) - Russia's invasion of Ukraine online event [see above]
• Friday, March 4, 2pm - Student Fee Forum [online, see above]
• March 20-27: Spring Break!
• Monday, March 28: Fall 2022 Schedule Available