East Asian Studies Center: Indiana University Bloomington

We are a nexus of knowledge on East Asia

The Center builds networks of knowledge, practice, resources, and discovery that enhance understanding of East Asia locally, regionally, and nationally by:

• supporting interdisciplinary research and teaching;

• linking academic resources with K-12, business, and professional communities;

• investing in innovative scholarship and courses;

• assisting students in planning their post-graduation careers;

• coordinating conferences and workshops; and

• fostering dialogue and collaboration among scholars, educators, students, practitioners, and policy makers.

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EASC Events

Oct 05

EASC Colloquium: The Courtesan’s Memory, Voice, and Late Ming Drama - Peng Xu

12 p.m.—1:30 p.m.

Oct 06

Fall 2026 CLACS Faculty Research Symposium with Eduardo Herrera

4 p.m.—5 p.m.

Oct 08

Korean Rice Cake Workshop

11 a.m.—3:30 p.m.

Oct 08

Hangeul Day Celebration

5:30 p.m.—7 p.m.

Oct 14

Global Competencies Series: Student Career Dinner & Fireside Chat with Veteran Humanitarian Paula Reed Lynch

5:30 p.m.—7 p.m.

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Indiana University Land Acknowledgement

We wish to acknowledge and honor the Indigenous communities native to this region and recognize that Indiana University Bloomington is built on Indigenous homelands and resources. We recognize the myaamiaki, Lënape, Bodwéwadmik, and saawanwa people as the past, present, and future caretakers of this land. For more information, please visit the IU First Nations Educational & Cultural Center.