Asian/Pacific Studies Institute at Duke University

09/01/2026

Be sure to stop by and experience this amazing program!

AADS Fall Symposium - Saturday, September 19!!

08/27/2026

In one week, Professor Yuichiro Onishi will present a talk on his recent research findings at the first event in our fall 2026 speaker series.
📅 Thursday, September 3
🕟 4:30 PM
📍 Carpenter Conference Room (249), Rubenstein Library
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/events/1588298752776948

This event is free and open to the public and is co-sponsored by the Department of African & African-American Studies .

07/27/2026

We are pleased to announce that Simon Partner's KOUME'S WORLD is the winner of the 2026 Modern Japan History Association Book Prize. Through Kawai Koume’s eyes and words, Simon Partner opens a window on social, economic, and cultural life amid some of the most dramatic periods of Japan’s transformative nineteenth century. https://buff.ly/kdjF99q

Japan History Association (MJHA)

07/24/2026

In just over 3 weeks, our summer book club will hold its final meeting, discussing Viet Thanh Nguyen's 2025 collection of essays, “To Save and to Destroy.”
Conversation will be faciliated by our amazing Director of Graduate Studies, Professor Eileen Chow!
Thanks as always to Duke University Libraries Global Studies for co-sponsoring this event!

07/09/2026

Calling any students who are football fans and on/around campus this summer:

⚽🌍 World Cup Watch Party! 🌍⚽
Ready to cheer for your team with fellow graduate and professional students from around the world? Join GPSS and the Duke International Student Center for an afternoon of World Cup excitement, community, and fun!

🍴 Drinks & appetizers provided (first come first serve basis)

📅 Tuesday, July 14 | 3:00 PM

📍 Devils Krafthouse Patio, Brodhead Center (Lower Level)

⭐ Wear your favorite team's jersey, colors, or fan gear and help us bring the energy and international spirit of the World Cup to Duke!

Whether you're a soccer superfan or just looking to meet new people, all are welcome. Grab your friends and join us for the match! ⚽🎉 Register on Duke Groups to let us know you are coming!

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07/07/2026

In one week, our summer 2026 book club begins with a discussion of Viet Thanh Nguyen's “The Sympathizer”—led by Professor Marguerite Nguyen.
Sign up to join the conversation on July 14 at 9AM: APSI Summer Book Club 2026: The Sympathizer

Thanks to Duke University Libraries Global Studies department for co-sponsoring this series! 📘💙