Asia Institute Launches The Kyoto Center: A Comprehensive Hub for Learning
August 2026 – The Asia Institute is excited to announce the launch of The Kyoto Center, a comprehensive hub for global learning in Japan. The
September 2, 2026
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The Asia Institute Celebrates 20 Years of Global Learning
In 2006, East and Southeast Asia were experiencing rapid economic development and growing global engagement. American colleges and universities were increasingly looking to the region
September 1, 2026
Beyond the Classroom: Rowan Engineers in Japan
While other students spend spring break relaxing, Rowan University engineering students step beyond the classroom and into Japan, one of the world’s most innovative engineering
March 12, 2025
The Asia Institute Partners with CulturaGo – Cultural Preparation for Student Travelers
The Asia Institute is excited to announce its partnership with CulturaGo, a learning platform that transforms cultural preparation for student travelers! CulturaGo designs its courses to promote
May 17, 2024
Destination Spotlight: Japan — Exploring the Art of Japanese Mokuhanga Woodblock Printmaking
In the summer of 2024, Professor of Art Jimin Lee will return to Japan with 15 art majors from the University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) to embark on a month-long journey exploring the traditional art form of Japanese Mokuhanga woodblock printmaking, also known as “Ukiyo-e.”
May 2, 2024