CASSU - Contemporary Asian Studies Student Union

We are pleased to announce the results of the CASSU 2022 Elections!

President: Jennifer Han
Vice-President: Chan-Min Roh
Director of Marketing: Thomas Yue
Director of Public Relations: Hannah Wu
Treasurer: Angeli Almonte
Junior Representative: Hannah Yin

Thank you to all of our candidates, and voters! Congratulations to our incoming executive members of the CASSU for the 2022-2023 academic school year!

Voting for CASSU Spring 2022 Elections is now open!

Please visit voting.utoronto.ca to cast your vote.

A reminder that all students enrolled in a CAS Major/Minor, or have taken 0.5 FCE of CAS courses are eligible to vote. 📥

It has been our pleasure serving and representing you for the past academic school year, and now it is time to elect your new executive team for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year! The current listing of positions is as follows: President (1); Vice President (1); Treasurer (1); Director of Public Relations (1); Director of Marketing (1); and Junior Representative (2).

If you would like to run for any of these open positions, please email [email protected] by Friday, April 8th, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST. Please provide your name and the position you are running for in the subject line and include a candidate statement of 900 characters max including spaces (around 200 words).

The campaign period, during which you will be able to promote your candidacy, will begin on Saturday, April 9th and will end on Thursday, April 14th at 11:59 PM EST. The voting period will begin on Friday, April 15th at 12:00 AM EST and end on Friday, April 22nd at 11:59 PM EST. Elected candidates will be contacted via email and announced on CASSU’s social media platforms.

Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to read the attached document for detailed information regarding the open positions:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oNky6fBIdBiwJybXOG7rndbdFkh4_CCEVORLaLvF-bY/edit?usp=sharing

Whether you are returning or new to CASSU, we hope that you will consider joining our team!

Date: April 1st, 2022 | 3:00-5:00pm EDT

When a campus community is faced with discriminatory rhetoric that seeks to undermine one’s safety and dignity, what follows from the University must not be silence, but solidarity-driven action.

Join us in-person or online for an interactive group discussion with students, faculty members, and administrative representatives for a collaborative and productive discourse on the issue of anti-Asian racism at the University of Toronto. Through listening to insights from student and faculty members, as well as participating in small discussion groups with diverse staff, faculty and students, participants will have the opportunity to engage in an open discourse and voice their concerns. Centred around the core aim of creating a secure and productive platform of dialogue open to all, the two-hour event seeks to bring together concerned members of the UofT community to share individual testimonies, listen to the experiences of others, and ideate ways in which the University can better uphold its mandate to preserve a safe learning environment for all.

Registration link to attend virtually: https://bit.ly/antiracismwebinar
If you would like to attend in person, please email Dasha at [email protected]

Hosted by:
Asian Institute, University of Toronto

Co-presented by:
Student Organising Committee (Abena Somiah, Chan-Min Roh, Christal Cheng, Wan Li)
Contemporary Asian Studies Student Union
UofT History Students' Association

The Contemporary Asian Studies Student Union, in collaboration with the Asian Institute, is pleased to present our flagship event of the year – our Global Careers through Asia Conference! The Conference will take place on Friday, March 4th, 2022, and will be held as a hybrid event.

For details on our amazing line up of speakers, including industry experts and alumni, and to register for an in-person space, please visit https://globalcareersasia2022.eventbrite.ca. Please note that in person space is limited, so please register early to reserve your spot.

If you plan to join us virtually, please register for the Zoom webinar link here: https://munkschool-utoronto-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fbgHQE49RDurM2mR24TooQ.

We look forward to welcoming you in-person, and online! ☺️

Synergy: The Journal of Contemporary Asian Studies is currently recruiting for the 2021-22 year!

We are looking for passionate U of T students from all academic backgrounds to fill the roles of:

Copy-editors (East Asia, 1; South Asia, 2)
Contributors (Southeast Asia, 1; South Asia, 1)

APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/r5MHMBejVbFs4QPE9

Review information on positions here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tMJTuGcnyJc7Z4BTLMJ6zXZfRnLNmfEMVsqTb5GTaGg/edit?usp=sharing

Applications will close on Friday, November 5th at 11:59 PM ET, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Are you thinking about applying to graduate school? Whether you don't know where to start or you’ve already completed three drafts of your application, this virtual session is for you!

Join us on Friday, November 5, 1:00-2:00PM for a relaxed chat in which you’ll learn some best practices for applying to grad school. You’ll have the opportunity to pose your questions to friendly faculty and peers with expertise in navigating grad school applications.

The session is primarily oriented to undergraduate students, but all are welcome!

Live, automatically generated transcription will be available in the Zoom meeting. Please note the meeting will be recorded.

Speakers:

Dr. Joseph McQuade
Richard Charles Lee Postdoctoral Fellow, Asian Institute

Rory McKeown
Admissions and International Student Advisor, School of Graduate Studies

Atif Khan
MVS Curatorial Student, Daniels Faculty
CAS and SAS Collaborative Master's Specialization Alum

Hosted by:
Richard Charles Lee Asian Pathways Research Lab (RCL-APRL)

Co-presented by:
Contemporary Asian Studies Student Union (CASSU)
Synergy Journal

Please register for the Zoom Meeting here:
https://munkschool-utoronto-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEodeytrD8vHdLsfLHRxb4ODRpNXSD1Iuhh

The Arts & Science Students' Union's Fifth Annual Arts and Science Undergraduate Research Conference application for Abstract Submissions has opened up. We invite undergraduate students from all disciplines within the Faculty of Arts & Science to present their research to an audience of fellow students, professors and faculty for our 5th annual Undergraduate Research Conference. The conference will be held in-person in Sidney Smith. Research does not have to be published; we are just looking for excellent work produced by Arts & Science students. Work can come from past courses, including but NOT limited to: Independent Studies, Research Participation Courses, NSERC, ROPs, SURP, Research Excursion Programs, Research from Outside Institutions, Undergraduate Research Funds, etc. All full-time Arts & Science undergraduate students are encouraged to apply.

Applications are due Oct 25, 11:59 PM EST. Students can submit their abstract for an opportunity to present either as an oral/powerpoint presenter or a poster board presenter. The conference takes place late January, exact date to be announced.

The form to submit abstracts is provided here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvPoRGSSDNMnvbjivzLy5JgLZGy2mRi2IeHy3YQsAJIF1g5w/viewform

Any questions and inquiries regarding the conference can be directed to [email protected]

The Contemporary Asian Studies Student Union is hiring!

We are looking for:
- Treasurer (1)
- Junior Representatives (2)

Any students who are currently enrolled in or have taken at least 0.5 FCE in CAS courses in the past are eligible. The Treasurer position can be filled by students in any year of study; however, the Junior Representative positions are restricted to students who are currently in their first or second year of study for the 2021-2 academic school year. We hope that you will consider joining and growing with our team!

Please submit your application via the Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIweLLGHASgylz6-gr87Z-9SY3qgLN17WOqAFICwxfNOeWRg/viewform?usp=sf_link.

Applications are due: Monday, October 25th, 2021, at 23:59 (EST).

Hello CAS Students!

The social science course unions are joining forces to bring you a virtual games night! Come join the social science course unions and associations (there will be seven of us) for a night full of games during which you'll get the chance to make new friends and have lots of fun!

The event will take place on Thursday, October 14th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM (EST).

Please register with the link below, and a ZOOM link will be sent closer to the date!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNvLl5RZwP_BRl2mE5dh0_x82bJLwR6fGksHfUE2cth6W7VA/viewform

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BRICS Research Group - Call for Applications
Compliance Analyst 2021-2022
The BRICS Research Group is recruiting students and/or young professionals for the position of compliance analyst (CAs) in the 2021-2022 compliance cycle. The BRICS Research Group's mission is to serve as the world's leading independent source of information, analysis and research on the BRICS. To learn more about our work, please visit our website at http://www.brics.utoronto.ca.
The role of a compliance analyst consists of producing reports to track the compliance of BRICS members with their summit commitments. Applicants for the CA position should demonstrate qualities including but not limited to professionalism, communication skills, interest in global governance, and strong English writing and research skills. For more information about the role and the application form, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/jE3zsFw4iQK64yxG9
Applications are due at midnight EST on 1 October 2021, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are strongly encouraged. If you have any questions, please contact the Co-Chairs of the BRICS Research Group, Alissa Wang and Angela Min Yi Hou at [email protected].

BRICS Research Group - Compliance Analyst Application 2021 Thank you for your interest in working with the BRICS Research Group as a Compliance Analyst. As a Compliance Analyst, you will be responsible for writing compliance reports about two BRICS members' compliance with a commitment made at the BRICS Leaders Summit hosted by India in 2021. Throughout the...

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Are you interested in becoming involved with the Centre for the Study of Global Japan? Please consider joining as a Student Affiliate!

As a Student Affiliate you will have the opportunity to:
- Attend Invitation-Only Events
- Be Featured on the CSGJ Website and Social Media
- Opportunity to Lead Future Student Initiatives Related to the Centre
- Opportunity to Submit Written Reflections to be Published on the CSGJ Website

Are you interested in becoming a Student Affiliate at the Centre for the Study of Global Japan at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy ? Do you want to attend invitation-only events and have an opportunity to lead future initiatives? If this is you, send an email to Program Coordinator, Mio Otsuka, at [email protected] and become a student affiliate!

All students enrolled in a CAS Major/Minor, or have taken 0.5 FCE of CAS courses are now eligible to vote on https://voting.utoronto.ca/ 📥

Just a reminder that all applications are due tonight at 11:59 PM (EST)!

We hope that the rest of the term goes smoothly for all of you!

The time has come to elect your new CASSU executive team for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year! Here is a list of open positions: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Director of Public Relations, and Director of Marketing. The Junior Representative and Executive Associate are elected in the Fall.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

If you would like to run for any of these open positions, please email [email protected] by Friday, April 9th, 2021 at 11:59 PM EST. Write your name and the position you are running for in the subject line and include a candidate statement of 900 characters max including spaces (around 200 words). Any campaign materials (i.e. posters, banners) must be sent in by this deadline as well.

The campaign period, during which you will be able to promote your candidacy, will begin on Saturday, April 10th and will end on Wednesday, April 14th at 11:59 PM EST. The voting period will begin on Thursday, April 15th at 12:00 AM EST and end on Thursday, April 22nd at 11:59 PM EST. Elected candidates will be contacted via email and announced on CASSU’s social media platforms on Friday, April 23th.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Candidates are strongly encouraged to read the attached document for detailed information regarding the open positions.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uBvZ3GAsDDVvuP804rYksoT5CUfqoAyjuA-9vii7xmI/edit?usp=sharing
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We wish all candidates the best of luck!

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Synergy: The Journal of Contemporary Asian Studies is hiring! 25 positions are open, and you would be a good fit for one (or more) of them!

Synergy: The Journal of Contemporary Asian Studies is currently recruiting for the 2020-2021 year! UPTO 25 POSITIONS OPEN!

We are looking for passionate U of T students from all academic backgrounds to fill the roles of: Associate Editor in Chief, Lead Editors, Copy-Editors, Event Reporters, and Contributors for the sections of East, Southeast and South Asia.

APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/KV13icKnH3LmgYZm8

Review information on positions here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kIL9MSkhbRonBGFTilVOy-oUVY0ZCGyPpc2N53AjrXc/edit?usp=sharing

Applications will close on Monday, April 26th at 11:59 PM ET, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The time has come to elect your new CASSU executive team for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year! Here is a list of open positions: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Director of Public Relations, and Director of Marketing. The Junior Representative and Executive Associate are elected in the Fall.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

If you would like to run for any of these open positions, please email [email protected] by Friday, April 9th, 2021 at 11:59 PM EST. Write your name and the position you are running for in the subject line and include a candidate statement of 900 characters max including spaces (around 200 words). Any campaign materials (i.e. posters, banners) must be sent in by this deadline as well.

The campaign period, during which you will be able to promote your candidacy, will begin on Saturday, April 10th and will end on Wednesday, April 14th at 11:59 PM EST. The voting period will begin on Thursday, April 15th at 12:00 AM EST and end on Thursday, April 22nd at 11:59 PM EST. Elected candidates will be contacted via email and announced on CASSU’s social media platforms on Friday, April 23th.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Candidates are strongly encouraged to read the attached document for detailed information regarding the open positions.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uBvZ3GAsDDVvuP804rYksoT5CUfqoAyjuA-9vii7xmI/edit?usp=sharing
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We wish all candidates the best of luck!

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This upcoming Thursday, please join us in a discussion facilitated by Southeast Asian student leaders, where Southeast Asian students will be able to come together to talk about anti-Asian racism amid COVID-19. We will emphasize sharing and learning from our own personal experiences with micro / macroaggressions, and how to report incidents.

Please register at https://clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=31288’

University of Toronto - Career Learning Network - Home - St. George Student Life Events Goal Statement: Discuss rising anti-Asian racism against Southeast Asian students during the pandemic.   Learning Outcomes: By the end of this event Southeast Asian students will be able to exercise at least two (2) strategies for confronting anti-Asian racism to help stop the violence.   Descript...

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On February 23rd, the Canadian Parliament voted overwhelmingly to recognize China's treatment of the Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang/East Turkestan as Genocide. Join the UofT MultiFaith Centre in learning from Uyghur Advocates, international human rights scholars and politicians about the crisis in East Turkestan, what the Canadian government has and will do, and what you can do as a university student to support Uyghur human rights on March 12th, 2:00 to 4:00 PM (EST).

Register Below:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadas-response-to-the-uyghur-crisis-tickets-141763734145

Canada's Response to the Uyghur Crisis Learn from international human rights scholars and activists about the crisis in Xinjiang, and what Canadian universities can do about it.

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Are you planning to conduct an original research project relating to East or Southeast Asia? You may be eligible for the Dr. David Chu Scholarships in Asia Pacific Studies.

Information Session
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm EST via Zoom. Register for the info session here: https://bit.ly/2OgQlb0

How to Apply
- Non-OSAP applicants are urged to contact: [email protected] at least one week in advance of the deadline to review the financial needs assessment form and confirm eligibility.
- Fill out the Dr. David Chu Scholarship in Asia Pacific Studies Application Form (https://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/Current%20Students%20-%20Scholarships%20-%20Dr.%20David%20Chu%20Scholarship%20in%20Asia%20Pacific%20Studies.pdf), including supplementary materials.
- Applications must be submitted via email to: [email protected] by April 5, 2021 at 11:59 PM EST.

Deadline
April 5, 2021 at 11:59 EST

More information can be found here: https://munkschool.utoronto.ca/ai/opportunity/dr-david-chu-scholarships-in-asia-pacific-studies-4/

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From 9-11 am and 3-5 pm, join Asian Institute, University of Toronto for the University of Toronto Faculty of Arts & Science Program Exploration Days! Come check out our breakout room to learn more about Contemporary Asian Studies and South Asian Studies, and talk to program staff and students!

We're live on Zoom today from 9-11 am and 3-5 pm EST for the University of Toronto Faculty of Arts & Science Program Exploration Days! Come check out our breakout room to learn more about Contemporary Asian Studies and South Asian Studies, and talk to program staff and students: https://sidneysmithcommons.artsci.utoronto.ca/program/program-exploration-days/