UHM CSEAS News
Aloha and welcome to your UHM CSEAS announcement! We're proud to be your premiere source of Southeast Asian studies news. We are excited to announce that this week in Honolulu that the award winning Thai-Muslim poet Zakariya Amataya will be joining with Hawaii artists for a night of poetry and music. See details here. Also, the 2011 graduate journal of Southeast Asian Studies Explorations is now available online for download. We are also featuring several hard hitting research papers on current social problems in Southeast Asia related to HIV/AIDS, drug use, and civil unrest. They can be downloaded here. Be sure to check our featured books on SEA! Enjoy this newsletter's offerings of events, resources, and more- and mahalo for your continued readership and support!
2011-2012 Programs: If you're interested in participating in our SEA Speaker Series or would like to be featured as part of our monthly Alumni Spotlight, please contact us at cseas@hawaii.edu.
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CSEAS News
Rhyme and Reason with
Zakariya Amataya and Kealoha
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
Orvis Auditorium
7:30pm, 25 June 2011
Zakariya Amataya, Thailand's award-winning, Ginsberg-inspired, Sunni hipster poet joins local slam poet favorite Kealoha in an evening of poetry from the edge. Joining Kealoha and Zakariya onstage will be ukulele virtuoso Taimane Gardner. more info
Hard Hitting Reports on
Conflict/Health in South East Asia
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Transnational Institute have recently published several hard hitting research papers on social problems in Southeast Asia. Reports are related to HIV/AIDS, drug addiction and conflict resolution. Areas include Thailand, Burma, Manipur and Nagaland. We have links for downloading them. more info
EXPLORATIONS 2011
Graduate Journal of
Southeast Asian Studies
This year, the EXPLORATIONS editorial staff is happy to announce a Philippine focus as a sign of our gratitude to the two departing directors of the Center for Philippine Studies, Drs. Belinda Aquino and Ricardo Trimillos. more info
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Around the World
Phuket Halal International Forum and Andaman Muslim Expo 2011 Phuket Graceland Resort and Spa Location: Phuket, Thailand 5:00pm - 10:00pm 24 - 25 June 2011 Representatives from 70 halal organizations from 35 countries have been invited to join the Phuket Halal International Forum and Andaman Muslim Expo 2011. The two-day international forum will focus on halal certification in each respective country, seeking to reach consensus on a standard in order to meet Islamic law. more info 
Los Angeles Indonesian Festival 3457 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA USA 10:00am - 10:00pm, 16 July 2011 The Indonesian Festival 2011 is an annual event organized by Indonesian Consulate General and Community in Los Angeles. This year's festival is aimed at commemorating 66 years of Indonesian Independence. The theme of the festival is A Presentation of Wonderful Indonesia for LA and Its Surroundings. more info 
6th Sabah International Folklore Festival 2011
Sabah Cultural Centre
Penampang, Malaysia
17 - 26 July 2011
The 6th Sabah International Folklore Festival is organized by the state government to promote, preserve and develop the cultural traditions of Sabah. more info 
Night Festival 2011
The Substation
Singapore
7pm-2am, 26 - 27 August 2011
Admission: Free
This year the Night Festival takes its inspiration from the histories and cultures of the Black Sea, retelling stories of the cultural crossings and maritime journeys that have fed our own cultures and imaginations. The Substation is presenting a diverse range of contemporary and experimental film, dance, performing arts and music programs. more info   For the latest events, news and postings related to SEA become a Facebook fan or follow us on Twitter.
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Educational Programs
FEATURED: Southeast Asia Internship
Stimson Center
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Deadline: 15 July 2011
The Southeast Asia program at the Stimson Center offers internships throughout the year. The Stimson Center is a nonprofit, nonpartisan institution devoted to enhancing international peace and security. The Southeast Asia program addresses important and timely policy issues concerning Asia from a multidisciplinary perspective. more info Fall 2011 Internship
The Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program
Location: Washington, D.C. USA
Deadline: 30 June 2011
Selected interns will be provided with an office space equipped with a computer, phone, access to Smithsonian collections, libraries, and other resources, as well as advice and research guidance from the APA Program and other Smithsonian staff. Smithsonian interns have the opportunity to develop both research and professional skills and to participate in numerous intern activities and events at the Smithsonian. more info Online Website Intern
Asia Society
Location: New York, NY USA
Open until filled
Asia Society Online is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented, internet-savvy intern who can help on a range of tasks associated with maintenance and production on a large, high-volume website. This internship will focus primarily on helping the Asia Society Online team with basic administrative tasks and site maintenance, which will include such areas as monitoring comments, tagging content, and other duties to be determined. more info  For more employment and networking opportunities, join the CSEAS Alumni & Community Linkedin group.
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| Employment Opportunities
FEATURED: Asia Advocacy Director
Human Rights Watch (HRW)
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Apply Immediately
HRW is seeking highly-qualified applicants for the position of Advocacy Director with its Asia Division. The Advocacy Director will work with staff from HRW's Asia Division and its thematic divisions (women's rights, children's rights, international justice, refugees, etc.) to design and implement strategies to promote and protect human rights in Asia. more info
Program Officer
The US-Indonesia Society
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Start date: 18 July 2011
Deadline: 5 July 2011
The United States-Indonesia Society (USINDO) is seeking applications for the position of Program Officer, starting immediately. This is one of the two program officer positions at USINDO. USINDO may structure the position or job title further depending on the applicant's qualifications. Responsibilities include developing a Washington program strategy in coordination with other staff and identifying themes and speakers for USINDO's Open Forum Series. more info
Program Associate
Asia Society
Location: San Francisco, CA USA
Deadline: 29 July 2011
This position is responsible for assisting the Program Director with the development, coordination and implementation of public programs and private events. Experience in event planning, an understanding of Asia, and a proactive, resourceful outlook are required. more info
Deputy Director
Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Location: Singapore
Deadline: 31 July 2011
The Deputy Director will play a key role in the general administration and research development of the institute. He/she will assist the director in developing and overseeing the research programs and activities of the institute. more info
Professor or
Associate Professor
Monash University
School of Arts and Social Sciences
Location: Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Deadline: 31 July 2011
The School of Arts and Social Sciences is seeking an outstanding appointee to lead the school's research and education strength "Social Transformation in Southeast Asia". The school would be particularly interested in applicants working on socio-cultural issues. more info Assistant Professor of International Relations
Mount Holyoke College
Location: South Hadley, MA
Deadline: 1 November 2011
The International Relations Program invites applications for a tenure-track position in transnational social movements and organizations. The position would be offered at the assistant professor level beginning in Fall 2012. We particularly welcome candidates with research agendas focusing on Southeast Asia or Africa and with strong quantitative methods. more info Associate Director
University of Rochester College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering Location: Rochester, NY USA
Open until filled
The associate director represents the College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering of the University of Rochester to all constituents seeking information about undergraduate and graduate admission processes and programs, prospective students, parents, school/university officials, and others. S/He serves as the university's primary representative in East and Southeast Asia (specifically China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Laos, Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines) but is not restricted to traveling elsewhere. more info Tenure-Track or Visiting Professor
University of Bridgeport
Location: Bridgeport, CT
Open until filled
Political scientist with regional expertise (preferred areas: Japan, Korea or Southeast Asia). Successful candidate will be expected to teach political and social science courses at graduate and undergraduate levels and may also teach courses in East Asian and Pacific Rim Studies. Candidates with an earned Ph.D. and a successful record of university teaching are preferred. Applicants are asked to submit copies of recent course evaluations and publications in support of their applications. more info Research Associate (Southeast Asia)
Council on Foreign Relations
Location: New York, NY USA
Open until filled
CFR's Studies Program is one of the country's largest foreign policy think tanks, with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program's aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussionsThe Council also publishes Independent Task Force reports.The Research Associate will primarily support a fellow whose work examines U.S. policy toward Southeast Asia, in addition to CFR's Task Force Program. more info For more employment and networking opportunities, join the CSEAS Alumni Community Linkedin group. Return to top |
Fellowships Scholarships
FEATURED: Scholarship in Agriculture Southeast Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research Deadline: 30 July 2011 The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) invites applications for its graduate scholarship (MS and PhD) in agriculture and related fields (including biological sciences, social sciences, economics and statistics, forestry and fisheries, environmental sciences, agro-industrial technology and engineering, biochemistry, and development management) for school year 2012-2013. more info
Endeavour Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Awards
Australia Awards Initiative
Deadline: 30 June 2011
The Endeavour Awards is the Australian Government's internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to undertake study, research and professional development abroad. more info Senior Research Fellow/ Associate Director
National University of Singapore
Middle East Institute Location: Singapore
Open until filled
The Middle East Institute (MEI), National University of Singapore, seeks to recruit a Senior Research Fellow, who will hold the title of Associate Director, to assist the Director in developing the Institute's research, publications and events agenda, in generating a fruitful and collegial research environment, and in contributing to the Institute's research and analysis output. more info Bernard Schwartz Resident Fellows Program
Asia Society
Applications now being accepted
The Bernard Schwartz Fellows Program seeks to contribute to a better understanding of policy challenges related to the growing importance of Asia in the international political arena and global economy. The program selects highly qualified professionals to serve as resident Fellows at Asia Society's headquarters in New York City or its office in Washington, D.C. for up to one year. During the course of their residencies, fellows direct a policy initiative, such as a task force, study group, or policy research project. more info Fellowships - The Culman Center
The New York Public Library
Deadline: 30 September 2011
The Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers offers fellowships to people whose work will benefit directly from access to the research collections at the Stephen A. Schwarzman building at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street (formerly the Humanities and Social Sciences Library). Renowned for the extraordinary comprehensiveness of its collections, the Library is one of the world's preeminent resources for study in anthropology, art, geography, history, languages and literature, philosophy, politics, popular culture, psychology, religion, sociology, and sports. more info Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Humanities
University of Pennsylvania
Deadline: 15 October 2011
Five (5) one-year Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowships are available for the 2012-2013 academic year for untenured scholars in the humanities who received or will receive their Ph.D. between December 2003 and December 2011. The programs of the Penn Humanities Forum are conceived through yearly topics that invite broad interdisciplinary collaboration. For the 2012-2013 academic year, we have set "Peripheries" as the theme. more info
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Call for Submissions
FEATURED: Muslim Religious Authority in Contemporary Asia
National University of Singapore
ARI Seminar Room
Conference dates: 24 - 25 November 2011
Deadline: 1 July 2011
Contemporary Muslim leaders across Asia confront major changes in their diverse socio-political environments, experiencing varying degrees of democratization, the rise of populist religious movements, and the (re-) assertion of autocratic rule. This workshop will develop a nuanced assessment of the developing roles of Muslim religious leaders (ulama) in modern Asia, pursued through contextualized studies of social, legal and political dynamics of Islamic religious leadership in diverse Asian contexts. more info Grant OpportunityNational Endowment for the Humanities
Bridging Cultures through Film: International Topics
Deadline: 29 June 2011
The Bridging Cultures through Film: International Topics program supports projects that examine international and transnational themes in the humanities through documentary films. These projects are meant to spark Americans' engagement with the broader world by exploring one or more countries and cultures outside of the United States. Proposed documentaries must be analytical and deeply grounded in humanities scholarship. more info Sound Art Open Call
The Substation
Location: Singapore
Deadline: 30 June 2011
The Substation is now accepting submissions for the new Sound Art Open Call 2011. The Substation Open Call program was first initiated in 2008 to support and realize strongly artistic, critical and rigorous visual arts proposals, and was expanded into performing arts in 2010. more info The Inaugural International Young Scholars Conference Current Research on Southeast Asia Monash University Location: Petaling Jaya, Malaysia Conference dates: 14 - 15 November 2011 Deadline: 6 July 2011 The Inaugural International Young Scholars Conference provides a platform for PhD students, at various stages in their PhD journey, to present and discuss their research on Southeast Asia before fellow researchers, academics and peers from various disciplines.
The conference aims to bring young researchers and academics together to meet and network on various pertinent issues affecting the region. Being multi-disciplinary, it allows young researchers from a myriad of fields to engage in professional and academic discussions across disciplines. more info Book Proposals & Individual Papers
AAS-ICAS Conference
Amsterdam University Press
Deadline: 15 August 2011
ICAS invites individual scholars and conveners of panels that participated in the AAS-ICAS conference to submit individual papers or panel papers for submission in the ICAS Publications Series. Once the paper is accept it will go through an editing process. more info Council on Thai Studies
Center for Southeast Asian Studies (Ingraham Hall)
University of Wisonsin-Madison
Conference dates: 7 & 8 October 2011
Deadline: 9 September 2011
The Council on Thai Studies announces its annual meeting to be held at the Center for Southeast Asian Studies (Ingraham Hall), the University of Wisconsin-Madison on 7 - 8 October 2011. We invite students, faculty, and other scholars of Thailand and Tai peoples to submit papers for this conference. This is a premier opportunity to exchange ideas and present new and on-going research. We welcome all topics at this conference. This is a small conference. It is an ideal venue for presenters and attendees to share and test ideas. more info Call for ContributionsParis International Congress of Humanities and Social Sciences Research Hosted by Analytrics Hotel Concorde La Fayette Location: Paris, France Conference dates: 24 - 28 July 2012 Deadline: October 2011 The congress will bring together humanities and social sciences (HSS) researchers, scientists, academicians, experts, engineers, developers, administrators and other HSS research-related professionals and practitioners from all over the world. The aims are to promote multidisciplinary dialogue and mutual cross-fertilization of ideas and methods; to offer a place for participants to present, discuss, and showcase innovative recent and ongoing HSS research works and their applications or development. more info 7th Annual Southeast Asian Cinemas Conference
The Politics, Practices and Poetics of the Archive
Location: Singapore
Conference dates: 19 - 22 June 2012
Deadline: 30 November 2011
The 7th Southeast Asian Cinemas Conference (2012) emphasizes the politics, practices, and poetics of the archive. Each year, the conference has included film practitioners in recognition of the crucial role they have played in increasing film education and discourse in the region. We have previously provided space for independent filmmakers and screenings of their works, focused on curriculum development, and highlighting alternative cultures of cinema. more info European Association of Southeast Asian Archaeologists (EurASEAA)
14th International Conference
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Conference dates: 18 - 21 September 2012
The conference brings together archaeologists, art historians and philologists who share a common interest in Southeast Asia's past from prehistoric to historic periods. EuraSEAA invites sessions and papers on any topic or theme related to the interests of EurASEAA. As 2012 is also the year that Dublin is European City of Science, the organizers have proposed the theme "Science, Archaeology and Heritage in Southeast Asia." more info
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Alumni Spotlight
William M. Owens (MA, Asian Studies - Thai, 2006) William M. Owens has been working as a professional writer and editor based in New York City. In addition to professional writing contracts with IT and telecommunications firms, he has been studying and writing about the development of contemporary Thai art cinema as an independent scholar. more info CSEAS is proud to promote our alumni achievements and projects. Email us at cseas@hawaii.edu>>> |
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Podcasts
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Radio
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Web Resources
 University of Hawaiʻi Southeast Asia Collection
Association for Asian Studies
 Asia Research Institute
ISLAMOPEDIA  Charity Navigator
Digital Library of Lao Manuscripts 
Indonesian Census Data 
Malaysia My Second Home Program 
NIU CSEAS Online Course Offerings 
South & Southeast Asia Art and Archeology Index 
Southeast Asia Digital Library 
Southeast Asian Images & Texts 
SOAS Bulletin of Burma Research
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