February to May 2017: “Indonesian Language and Culture Workshop”
A series of language workshops sponsored by the ASEAN Studies Initiative and the School of International Service featuring levels ranging from introductory to intermediate. (School of International Service 260, 7:00 – 8:30 pm)
February 24: “Judith Heimann and Book Discussion on American Diplomacy in Southeast Asia”
A talk co-hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative and the Malaysia-America Society featuring Judith Heimann on her new memoir: Paying Calls in Shangri-La: Scenes from a Woman’s Life in American Diplomacy. (School of International Service 300, 6:30 – 8:30 pm)
March 3: “Women Pendakwah and their Roles in Preaching Islam in Contemporary Malaysia”
A talk co-hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative, the Malaysia-America Society, and the Southeast Asian Student Network at American University featuring Dr. Norbani Ismail, a visiting Malaysia Chair of Islam in Southeast Asia at Georgetown’s University’s Prince al-Waleed bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding, School of Foreign Services. (School of International Service 102, 6:30 – 8:00 pm)
March 31: “National Development in Malaysia: Integrating Ethnic and Religious Minorities”
A talk co-hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative and the Malaysia-America Society featuring Dr. Sarjit Singh Gill, Associate Professor and former Head of the Department of Social and Development Sciences Faculty of Human Ecology at Universiti Putra Malaysia, and Dr. Ahmad Tarmizi Talib, Associate Professor of the Department of Government and Civilization Faculty of Human Ecology at Universiti Putra Malaysia. (School of International Service 120, 6:30 – 8: pm)
April 22: “Colors of Southeast Asia Cultural Festival”
An event hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative and the Southeast Asian Student Network at American University featuring Southeast Asian performances, cuisine, and other cultural experiences. (Kay Spiritual Life Center, 6:00 – 9:00 pm)
April 28: “Tourism in Today’s Malaysia: Challenges and Opportunities”
A talk co-hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative, the Malaysia-America Society, and the Southeast Asian Student Network at American University featuring Mr. Ahmad Johanif B. Mohd Ali, Vice President of the Tourism Malaysia New York (School of International Service 120, 6:30 – 8:00 pm)
September 11: “Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy: Implications for U.S.-Taiwan Relations in the ASEAN Region”
A talk hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative featuring Dr. Chyungly Lee, Distinguished Research Fellow at the Institute of International Relations in Taiwan’s National Chengchi University. (School of International Service 335, 3:30 – 5:00 pm)
October 30: “Indonesian Picnic & Info Session Meeting”
An event co-sponsored by the ASEAN Studies Initiative, AU Abroad, and the School of International Service featuring information on Critical Language Scholarship, AU abroad opportunities within Southeast Asia, and Indonesian cuisine. (Picnic Area near Leonard Hall, 12:00 – 3:00 pm)
November 7: “Indonesia Movie Screening: The Mirror Never Lies”
A movie screening and discussion hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative, the Southeast Asian Student Network at American University, and the Embassy of Indonesia on the award-winning movie “The Mirror Never Lies” along with a discussion on the environmental and cultural symbols within the Bajau community. (McKinley 101, 8:00 – 10:00 pm)
November 20: “The Philippines as 2017 ASEAN Chair & Singapore as 2018 Incoming ASEAN Chair Symposium”
A symposium hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative with support from the Department of State featuring distinguished practitioners and leaders within ASEAN, the Department of State, and think tanks on the challenges and future of ASEAN. (School of International Service Abramson Family Founders Room, 9:00 – 5:00 pm)
December 6: “The Monarchy’s Role in Thailand’s Foreign Affairs”
A talk hosted by the ASEAN Studies Initiative and the Southeast Asian Student Network featuring Dr. Pinitbhand Paribatra, Fulbright US-ASEAN Visiting Fellow at the ASEAN Studies Initiative. (School of International Studies Building 300, 3:30 – 5:00 pm)