Asian Studies Center at Michigan State University

MSU students, start 2027 with an unforgettable study abroad experience in Cambodia!

The MSU Broad College of Business is offering "Entrepreneurship and Social Responsibility: Cambodia," January 5–15, 2027. Students will explore Cambodia’s rapidly developing economy while learning how entrepreneurs, business leaders, nonprofits, and government officials are addressing social challenges and contributing to their communities.

Highlights include:
🇰🇭 Connecting with Cambodian students and local communities
🏛️ Visiting Angkor Wat and other cultural and historical sites
💼 Meeting entrepreneurs, business leaders, nonprofit directors, and government officials
🐘 Visiting an elephant sanctuary
📚 Exploring Cambodia’s history at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
🛶 Experiencing a floating village and more

Interested in learning more? The Broad College will host Study Abroad Information Sessions covering its January 2027 programs in Cambodia, Chile, and South Africa:

📅 Thursday, September 10 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📅 Wednesday, September 23 | 4:30–5:30 p.m.

The programs are open to undergraduate students across Michigan State University. Scan the QR codes on the flyers for program details and information-session registration. Questions? Contact: Beth Hammond at [email protected]

Applications are open for the 2026-2027 Dissertation Completion . This award for in the later stages of their program. It is intended to help offset the cost of completing their dissertation. Eligibility Criteria & submission details ➡️ https://buff.ly/rcWyXXM

Jewish Studies Courses Fall 2026: https://jsp.msu.edu/course-offerings/

Application Process – Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans To apply for the Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships, you'll need to create an account and start the online application. You'll fill out eligibility and

The Korean Association of Southeast Asian Studies (KASEAS) is accepting applications for the 2026 ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant (YSRG), supporting emerging scholars conducting field-based research on Southeast Asian Studies, ASEAN–Korea relations, and related regional and comparative issues.

Open to Master’s and Doctoral students who are nationals of ASEAN Member States or the Republic of Korea, the grant provides:

✈️ Round-trip international airfare for fieldwork
🌏 Living expenses for up to three months of field research
🎓 Honorarium for a local academic mentor
🤝 Opportunity to participate in the Young Scholar Research Workshop

The YSRG is part of the ASEAN-Korea Platform for Great Minds (AKPGM) and is supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF).

📅 Application Deadline: September 5, 2026

Graduate students planning field research in Southeast Asia are encouraged to apply. Please see the Call for Applications for full eligibility requirements and application details: https://shorturl.at/R59m4

MSU grad students working on Southeast Asia, check out this wonderful opportunity to build professional networks with senior scholars and peers at other institutions + a covered trip to the big AAS Conference.

Join the GETSEA Graduate Student Council and help shape programs, resources, and opportunities for graduate students across the field.

Several "at-large" positions are available to graduate students from any US institution! Other positions on the Council are reserved for representatives of each member institution.

The Council brings together graduate students from universities across the United States to advise GETSEA, contribute to consortium initiatives, and develop programming responsive to graduate student needs. Council members have opportunities to work with students, faculty, and staff across GETSEA’s member institutions on initiatives including mini-courses, mentoring, language programs, professional development, and other activities that strengthen the Southeast Asian studies community.

Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4zl5jPC
Application deadline: September 30, 2026

What does it mean for an effect to already exist in its cause? And how does Buddhist philosophy challenge that idea?

Join Ven. Di Xing, an independent scholar of Buddhist studies, for a fascinating Joseph Lee Lecture exploring one of the most enduring debates in Buddhist thought through the lens of the Yogācārabhūmi-Śāstra.

Whether you are a student of religion, philosophy, Asian studies, or simply curious about Buddhist intellectual traditions, this lecture offers a unique opportunity to engage with a profound philosophical question.

📅 September 15, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 International Center, 3rd Floor
💻 Attend in person or via Zoom (https://msu.zoom.us/j/92124911494)
🍽️ Food and beverages will be provided

Learn about the new SEAREG Postdoctoral Fellowship and have your questions answered by SEAREG Executive Council Chair Tom Pepinsky at a virtual information session on:

Tuesday, August 18
3:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (U.S.)

Register for the link at https://duke.zoom.us/meeting/register/iJwwBwFOTUG2H0L5WyP_ww

A great opportunity for U.S. government professionals interested in strengthening U.S.–Japan relations and gaining firsthand experience in Japan.

The 31st Class of the Mansfield Fellowship Program is now accepting applications. Fellows participate in intensive pre-departure training and spend a year in Japan developing professional expertise, language skills, and firsthand knowledge of Japanese institutions and society.

📌 Application deadline: November 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT
📅 Program in Japan: July 1, 2027 – June 30, 2028

The application includes:
• Professional and educational background
• Japan/foreign-culture experience
• Personal statement (500 words or less)
• Lifestyle adjustment essay (300 words or less)
• Initial placement proposal with 3–5 proposed placements
• Agency authorization
• Two required professional recommendations, plus an optional third reference

Interested applicants can also attend one of four information sessions in September and October.

👉 See post below for more information or click this link: https://mansfieldfellows.org/how-to-apply/

Application Open for the 31st Class of Mansfield Fellows
The Mansfield Foundation is excited to announce that the application to join the 31st Class of Mansfield Fellows (MFP31) is now open on the following timeline:

August 2026 | Application opens
November 2, 2026 | Application closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT
December 1-3, 2026 | Interviews
February 1, 2027 | Pre-departure training begins
July 1, 2027 | Fellows begin program in Japan
June 30, 2028 | Program ends

For more information on how to apply, visit https://mansfieldfellows.org/how-to-apply/.
To sign-up for an information session to learn more about our recruitment process, fill out an interest form (https://forms.gle/gbsNa8vLYWxAgikQ9).

The Southeast Asia Research Group (SEAREG) is excited to launch a Postdoctoral Fellowship program that will begin in the summer of 2027.

The program aims to provide scholars of Southeast Asia with opportunities for training, networking, and field research to improve their competitiveness for the academic and non-academic job markets. The SEAREG Postdoctoral Fellow will be paired with one of four partner institutions located in Southeast Asia and receive a competitive salary and a small fund to support research expenses.

Learn more about the Postdoctoral Fellowship here and apply: https://tinyurl.com/SEAREG-2027