Seminars
Japanese Classical Literature (Tuesdays, April 30 - May 28, 2024)
We cordially invite K-12 educators to join us in a hybrid seminar that will introduce you to the rich world of classical Japanese literature.
East Asian Foodways Across Borders (Tuesdays, March 12- April 23,2024)
In our five-week workshop, we will assess how foodways in East Asia have changed continuously through interactions among people across cultures and over time.
Contemporary China (Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27, 2024)
China’s rise has already reshaped our world and its influence continues to grow. Many welcome this but 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. This complimentary online seminar explores many aspects of contemporary China. In addition to building a solid foundation of knowledge, the seminar discusses ways to effectively incorporate China into your curriculum.
Spring Online Book Club Explores Japan via Graphic Novel /Manga (January 18th, 2024)
Japan-US Relations: History and Today (Dec. 4, 2023)
K-12 educators, are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the intricate tapestry of US-Japan relations in modern Japanese history? Join us for a thought-provoking event with Kaoru Iokibe, professor of politics from the University of Tokyo, that delves into key historical periods that have shaped the global landscape.
The “Japanese Turn” in the Art, Architecture and Cuisine of Europe and the United States, 1860–2020 (Oct. 21, 2023)
Join us for this free online workshop with distinguished historian Sam Yamashita. Over the last forty years, Japanese cuisine has had an oversized influence on fine dining in the United States. Chefs cooking at celebrated American restaurants are now freely using Japanese ingredients, condiments, culinary techniques, and concepts, and the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, the leading culinary school in the country, now offers a concentration in Japanese cuisine.
Summer Online Book Club Explores Chinese Culture (August 10th, 2023)
The book, Eighteen Vats of Water, welcomes readers to the world of Chinese calligraphy while emphasizing the importance of determination and creativity. Despite calligraphy's potential waning popularity in the age of modern technology, the art form still possesses unique and inspiring charms.
East Asia since 1800 (Fall 2023)
This seminar is intended for all k-12 educators eager to bring more of East Asian history and culture to their students. It also explores what makes the region so dynamic and important today. This accredited seminar is complimentary for qualified teachers. This seminar is completely online. It includes recorded lectures, assigned readings and live discussion sessions via Zoom. You can view seminar requirements here.
Summer Online Book Club Explores Japanese Culture (June 22nd, 2023)
Calling all educators, librarians, teachers, and anyone interacting with learners of any age! Join our enriching virtual book discussion event centered around the captivating novel "While I Was Away" by Waka T. Brown. By delving into this thought-provoking story, we will explore the profound themes of bullying, cultural identity, family and heritage, and the transformative power of inter-generational relationships. Immerse yourself in the backdrop of Japan, spanning from 1980 to the present, and gain a deeper understanding of the richness of Japanese culture.
China's Cultural Revolution with guest speaker Professor Andrew G. Walder (April 14th, 2023)
The Stanford Program on International and Cross-Cultural Education (SPICE), Stanford Global Studies (SGS), and the USC U.S.-China Institute are excited to offer a professional development workshop for community college and high school educators who wish to internationalize their curriculum.