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Institute for Asian Studies at Portland State University

Established in 1997, the Institute for Asian Studies promotes knowledge and understanding about Asia.

The Institute for Asian Studies at Portland State University promotes knowledge and understanding about Asia through curricular development, research, scholarship, international engagement, public programs, community outreach, and resource sharing.

08/31/2026

Our community partner, Oregon KAC (Korean American Coalition), is conducting a survey to better serve our community. It only takes a few mins and the responses will be kept confidential.

See the link below, and the deadline: Deadline: Saturday, October 31

08/26/2026

We are so happy to know that Korean Class will be offered at the West View High School as an after school class. The class will start in Sept 14th and the class size will be limited to 20. Register now at the link below. It’s for the West View students only.

https://forms.gle/xCmPYZj9EVNADK9fA

07/29/2026

New course alert! SOC 299: Gender and Family in Contemporary Korea

Curious how gender and family shape (and are shaped by) society? This new lower-division course uses Korea as a compelling case study to build foundational understanding of gender and family dynamics, with an international lens.

🗓️ MW, 11:00–12:40 PM

📍 In-person

💵 No-cost textbooks, zero cost to enroll!

Perfect for anyone interested in gender, culture, and global perspectives.

Come explore with us!

07/15/2026

Registration for TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) is open! If you are eligible, consider registering it now as it will close on July 24th and the exam will be in October. Also, the fee will be reimbursed by PSU KORE.

Check out the link below for more information.

05/30/2026

We are grateful for the success of the first annual event of the KORE (Korean Outreach, Research, and Education) initiative.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our guest speaker, Dr. Yong-Chool Ha; CLAS Dean David Bowman; the K-Pop Dance Club for their outstanding performance; the PSU KORE undergraduate fellows for their presentations; the PSU KORE faculty; and all attendees who helped make this event a success.

We look forward to celebrating many more KORE events in the future.

05/27/2026

Join us as we celebrate the 1st Annual PSU KORE Initiative, bringing together culture, research, education, and community at Portland State University!

Experience an evening filled with k-pop performance, inspiring conversations, guest lecture, fellowship recognition, and connection with students, faculty, and community members passionate about Korean Studies.

Date: May 29, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: ASRC Room 515, Portland State University

Refreshments begin at 3:00 PM

Come celebrate the launch and growing impact of the PSU KORE Initiative (Korean Outreach, Research, and Education).

We look forward to seeing you there!

05/15/2026

Last evening, it was a great delight learning about Tinder and the perspectives of South Korean MZers (Millennials and Generation Z) on dating and s*x, as well as how they navigate and vet profiles before meeting up, from Dr. Seungkyung Kim.

In conclusion, MZers are pushing back against the constraints and challenges facing their generation, and many are experiencing dating as a way to find small but meaningful moments of happiness.

We want to say a big thank you to everyone who joined us for this wonderful event!

05/13/2026

The Institute for Asian Studies Student Scholarship 2026 is now open!

Apply if you are a full-time undergrad or grad student pursuing studies related to Asia, Asian languages, or study abroad programs in Asia.

Scholarship Award: Up to $1,000 will be awarded to one or two selected applications!

Deadline: June 5, 2026, 11:59 PM

Required Materials:
✨IAS Scholarship Application Form
✨Personal Statement (max 500 words)
✨Follow-On Service Project Proposal
✨Enrollment or Study Abroad Verification
✨Unofficial Transcripts
✨Two Letters of Recommendation (at least one from a professor or academic advisor)

🔗 Scan the QR code to apply now or visit the link in bio!

Have questions? Contact Dr. Hyeyoung Woo at [email protected]

05/06/2026

Join us for the Annual Trena Gillette Memorial Lecture as Dr. Seungkyung Kim explores how Generation MZ in South Korea is navigating Tinder, relationships, and shifting ideas about adulthood.

📅 Thursday, May 14, 2026
⏰ 4:00 – 5:30 PM (refreshments at 3:30 PM)
📍 Academic & Student Recreation Center, Room 515

This event is free and open to the public!

04/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for today’s IAS talk featuring Dr. Eun Kyong Shin. She shared compelling insights on the Shifting Landscape of Social Relationships and the Growing Depression Epidemic in South Korea.

It was an engaging session, made even better by the thoughtful questions and discussion from our audience. We appreciate you being part of it.

We look forward to seeing you at our next event: the Trena Gillette Memorial Lecture on May 14.

Address

Institute For Asian Studies, Portland State University, PO Box 751
Portland, OR
97207

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15037254074

Website

https://www.pdx.edu/asian-studies/

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