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Free One-Day Workshop for Educators at The Huntington: Japan in Culture and History — WWII, U.S.–Japan Relations, and Japanese Gardens

Free One-Day Workshop for Educators at The Huntington: Japan in Culture and History — WWII, U.S.–Japan Relations, and Japanese Gardens

Join us at The Huntington Library on November 9, 2025, for a free one-day educator workshop examining Japan’s wartime history, diplomacy, and cultural influence. Featuring a keynote by Professor Tosh Minohara on World War II and U.S.–Japan relations, a session with Professor Miya Elise Desjardins on Japanese aesthetics and gardens in Southern California, and a guided tour of The Huntington’s Japanese Garden, this program offers educators fresh perspectives and classroom-ready insights on Japan’s global and local legacies.
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Nov
9
China and the World (November 4, 2025 - December 16, 2025 NO CLASS 11/25 and 11/11)

China and the World (November 4, 2025 - December 16, 2025 NO CLASS 11/25 and 11/11)

China’s rise has already reshaped our world and its influence continues to grow. Many welcome this. Some worry about it. K-12 educators are encouraged to learn more about China and its global reach in this five week online course. It is aimed at equipping teachers to bring more about these vital developments into their own classrooms.
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Nov
4
Unfolding Futures: Chinese Genre Fiction and Cultural Crossovers (October 16, 2025 4:00-5:30 PM PST)

Unfolding Futures: Chinese Genre Fiction and Cultural Crossovers (October 16, 2025 4:00-5:30 PM PST)

Join us for an exciting webinar that brings the future to the forefront of classroom discussion through the lens of Chinese and Sinophone science fiction. This 90-minute professional development session will explore how speculative fiction reflects the global challenges of today while inspiring students to think critically and creatively about tomorrow.
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Oct
16
Online seminar

Modern Japanese Literature DATE CHANGE (October 7, 2025 - November 11, 2025 NO CLASS NOV 4)

This seminar invites K-12 educators across disciplines to explore Japan's modern literary legacy and cultural transformation. Tailored to educators, the program delves into Japan’s history, societal evolution, and literary milestones, offering strategies to integrate these themes into the classroom. By weaving Japan’s stories and creative voices into subjects like history, literature, art, and social studies, educators can inspire deeper engagement and global understanding among students. A comprehensive resource package and contact hours will equip participants to bring these narratives vividly to life.
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Oct
7
Japan Society - Meiji era (How Japanese were doing during 1868-1912)

Japan Society - Meiji era (How Japanese were doing during 1868-1912)

Japan Society – Meiji Era: How Japanese Were Doing During 1868–1912 Join us for a 2-hour online seminar with Professor Mark Jones as he explores how Japanese society experienced daily life, cultural change, and historical upheaval during 1868-1912. While rooted in the legacy of the Meiji Era, this period saw Japan navigating modernization, war, and shifting global dynamics. Designed especially for educators in history, social studies, and cultural studies, this session offers valuable insights and context to enrich classroom teaching on modern Japan.
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Oct
4
Tradition in Transition: Samurai, Tea, and Culture in Edo Japan

Tradition in Transition: Samurai, Tea, and Culture in Edo Japan

Join us for a special 2-hour online seminar with Professor Morgan Pitelka as he examines how Japan’s cultural traditions developed and transformed during the Edo period. Through the lenses of tea culture, the samurai, and garden design, Professor Pitelka will explore how these practices preserved heritage while also adapting to the rise of popular culture—driven by merchants, townspeople, and new art forms—in early modern Japan. This program offers rich historical and cultural insights for K–12 educators in history, art, literature, and cultural studies, providing globally relevant content and classroom-ready ideas.
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Sep
22
Free One-Day Workshop For Educators At The Huntington Library On Chinese Gardens (September 20, 2025)

Free One-Day Workshop For Educators At The Huntington Library On Chinese Gardens (September 20, 2025)

Join us for a free one-day workshop for educators at The Huntington Library on September 20, 2024, hosted by the USC U.S.-China Institute and the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia. This engaging event, led by Philip Bloom, June and Simon K.C. Li Curator of the Chinese Garden and Director of the Center for East Asian Garden Studies, offers a comprehensive introduction to Chinese gardens, including a lecture on Liu Fang Yuan and an inquiry-based docent tour. Participants will also receive educational resources, a free pass for a future visit, and a complimentary lunch.
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Sep
20
East Asia Since 1800 (September 15, 2025 - December 8, 2025)

East Asia Since 1800 (September 15, 2025 - December 8, 2025)

Join us for a dynamic 10-week online seminar series exploring the major historical, cultural, and political developments in East Asia from 1800 to the present. Led by expert scholars from USC and UCLA, this program offers a rich, in-depth journey through key topics including early modern transformations, imperial encounters, revolutions, and the reshaping of East Asia in the modern world.
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Sep
15