Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures

07/09/2026

Join Prof. Bender this Fall for this exciting exploration of "literature of the environment" in an era of global and local environmental change!

06/23/2026

Ashley Campbell begins her Freshman year at OSU this Fall but her love of language learning started long before she became a Buckeye!

Before most students have even set foot on a college campus, high school senior Ashley Campbell had already begun her journey as a Buckeye. By enrolling in one of Ohio State's most intensive language courses, Ashley earned full-time credit hours and worked toward a future she has been quietly buildi...

05/06/2026

“Congratulations to Professor Mark Bender (Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures & OSU Center for Folklore Studies) on delivering the 2026 Richard M. Dorson Memorial Lecture at Indiana University on March 27!

His lecture, “Offspring of Snow: Poetry as a Vehicle for Cultural Heritage,” drew on decades of research in ethnopoetics, exploring oral traditions and literary expression in Southwest China and Northeast India.

During his visit, Professor Bender also met with graduate students and participated in academic exchange. This recognition follows recent honors including the Kenneth S. Goldstein Award and the Amaini & Gamo Aniu Poetry Award.

Congratulations, Professor Bender! 👏🎉”

05/01/2026

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures celebrated the retirement of Professor Nakayama, honoring his years of dedication to teaching at The Ohio State University.

Students, faculty, and staff shared reflections on his lasting impact, highlighting the supportive environment he created and the growth he inspired in his students.

Thank you, Professor Nakayama.

04/28/2026

🌸 Ready to start your Japanese language journey? 🇯🇵

Enroll in JAPANESE 5315: Japanese Language: Structure, Culture, and Communication I this upcoming Autumn ‘26 semester!
Build a strong foundation in grammar, conversation, pronunciation, and cultural understanding while gaining the confidence to communicate in Japanese. From sentence structure to everyday conversation, this course is the perfect step toward mastering the language.

📍 Mendenhall Lab 174
🕒 T/R 3:55–5:15
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Etsuyo Yuasa

Whether you’re exploring a new passion, fulfilling major requirements, or preparing for future opportunities, this class is your chance to grow 🌸📚

04/27/2026

Big wins for OSU at the 7th Midwest Korean Speech Contest! 🇰🇷🌟

DEALL undergraduate students made an incredible impact at the Korean Cultural Center of Chicago, competing alongside 14 universities from across the Midwest!

Our talented representatives, Briana Quran, Rithwik Lengade, and Hala Sanhaji, brought their A-game across all competition levels, showcasing skill, confidence, and cultural fluency.

Highlights include:
🏆 Briana Quran earning the Highest Standing Award (Beginning Level)
🏆 Hala Sanhaji receiving an Excellence Award (Advanced Level)
And dominating the “Quiz on Korea” competition:
🥇 Hala Sanhaji – 1st Place
🥈 Rithwik Lengade – 2nd Place

So proud of this team for representing with excellence, dedication, and heart! 💛🎉💬✨

04/24/2026

🍵✨ Ready to sip your way across East Asia? Tea Culture in East Asia (EALL 2284) is an interdisciplinary course exploring tea through multiple lenses, including history, geography, agriculture, commerce, health and nutrition, arts and crafts, folklore, ceremony, and the transmission of everyday cultural practices. Throughout the semester, students have engaged in hands-on laboratory sessions featuring the preparation and tasting of a variety of teas.

Now, we invite YOU to be our guests and join the experience!

🌿Join us for an interactive tasting experience featuring student-designed stations exploring:
- The impact of brewing temperature on Green Longjing tea
- How spice roasting time shapes the flavor of chai
- The influence of additives such as honey, sugar, and syrup
- Creative ways of incorporating tea into desserts
Come taste, learn, and explore the many dimensions of tea culture (bring your taste buds with you)! ☕

04/24/2026

Siyuan D**g just DID that 🎓✨

Siyuan D**g successfully defended her doctoral dissertation, marking the final milestone in her PhD journey in East Asian Languages and Literatures 👏📚

From student leader to inspiring teacher to incredible researcher, Siyuan has truly made her mark every step of the way. She shares her heartfelt thanks to her advisor and committee for their support and we couldn’t be prouder of all she’s accomplished 💫

Here’s to the next chapter and everything ahead 🚀🌏
Congrats, Siyuan!! 🎉🎉

04/24/2026

The Ohio State University Graduate School has named Ai-Ling as a 2025–26 Graduate Associate Leadership Award recipient—one of the most prestigious honors awarded to Ohio State graduate students! 🏆

This award recognizes outstanding leadership through collaboration, ethical decision-making, adaptability, and a commitment to serving others.

After successfully defending her PhD dissertation last month, Ai-Ling continues to inspire as an exceptional student, teacher, researcher, and community member. Her dedication and impact on DEALL have been incredible, and we are so proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations, Ai-Ling! 🎓💛