East Asia is a key region of global cultural, economic, and political significance. Transformations in China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan illustrate both global change and local adaptation, while their development models influence Southeast Asia through expanding trade and investment. The Asia Pacific's shared historical and cultural legacies are further deepened by media technologies that connect new generations. 

      This course explores major shifts since the new millennium, including capital flows, neoliberal restructuring, labor, intimacy, education, mobility, urbanization, food, environmental health, and global cultural engagement, which shape new class, gender, and cultural identities in the region and the world.

      Drawing from multiple disciplines, students analyze common challenges and differences across East Asian societies and conduct original research on relevant topics from a global/regional lens. 

The Board of Regents and the University System of Maryland Student Council (USMSC) introduced the annual Board of Regents Student Excellence Scholarships to recognize exceptionally talented students who are making contributions in various aspects of student life. Applications and letters of recommendation are now available, and are due Friday, February 6.

Undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to nominate themselves for this scholarship. All details, including eligibility and application information, can be found on the scholarship website.

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