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Asian Culture Week

19th Annual Creighton Asian Culture Week

Embracing Diversity and Bridging Traditions-An Asian Tapestry of Past and Futures

March 18-22, 2024

  • Weeklong Exhibition — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

All events are free and open to the public.

Schedule

    Beauty of the World: Artwork by Artificial Intelligence

    March 18, 2024 (Monday)

    11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
    Eppley Building Room 312

    • Public Lectures: Asia, America, AI and Alternative Futures
      • Presentation Topic One: "Predicting Net Migration with Machine-Learning Methods"
      • Presenter: Bryce Fergison, Senior, College of Arts and Science
    • Presentation Topic Two: “Chinese Maritime Expansion in Oceania: Future Implications for Pacific Island Nations”
      • Presenter: Wyatt J. Greco, Senior, College of Arts and Science
    • Presentation Topic Three: “The Essence of Human Connection in the Age of AI: A Personal Perspective”
      • Presenter: Emily Atamov, Senior, College of Arts and Science

    3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    Eppley Room 309

    • Public Lecture: "Gandhi's Legacy and the RSS: Unraveling Myths and Examining Ideological Differences"
      • Presenter: Aneeq K. Bashir, Senior, College of Arts and Science

    6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Harper Center Room 2045

    • India Drama Film and Discussion
      • Film: The White Tiger
      • Moderator: AWC Staff
         

    March 19, 2024 (Tuesday)

    10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
    Skutt Student Center Room 105

    • Public Demonstration: Japanese Tea Ceremony
      • Tea Artist: Ms. Mana Nakano, Japan Foundation JOI Outreach Program Coordinator

    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    Skutt Student Center Room 105

    • Public Presentation: Japanese Enka Music Appreciation
      • Moderator: Ms. Mana Nakano, Japan Foundation JOI Outreach Program Coordinator

    5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Harper Center 2057/2058

    • In-Person Dinner and Webinar Lecture (Dinner RSVP Required)
      • Topic: "American Deterrence is Failing"
      • Distinguished Speaker: Michael Miklaucic, Senior Fellow, Institute for National Strategic Studies, National Defense University, and Editor-in-Chief, PRISM
      • Co-sponsored by Nebraska World Affairs Council
    • Watch the Webinar
       

    March 20, 2024 (Wednesday)

    4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
    Harper Center 2057/2058

    • In-Person and Webinar Lecture
      • Topic: "Global Health and Dental Care Disparities: Addressing the Unmet Needs"
      • Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Charles F. Craft, Nebraska State Dental Health Director, Division of Public Health
      • Reception with Asian refreshments will follow
      • Co-sponsored by Nebraska World Affairs Council
    • Watch the Webinar
       

    March 21, 2024 (Thursday)

    10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    Harper Center Room 2046

    • Japanese Film and Discussion
      • Film: Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
      • Moderator: AWC Staff

    1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
    Harper Center Room 2046

    • Chinese Film and Discussion
      • Film: To Live
      • Moderator: AWC Staff

    6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Harper Center Fitzgerald Boardroom

    • Remarks by Jun Yanagi, Consul-General of Japan in Chicago
      • The Foundation of US-Japan Relations in a Time of Global Uncertainty
      • Dinner in Honor of Jun Yanagi, Consul-General of Japan in Chicago
      • Invited Guests ONLY
      • Co-sponsors: Nebraska World Affairs Council and Honorary Consul of Japan for Nebraska
         

    March 22, 2024 (Friday)

    4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    Harper Center Room 2045

    • Nebraska Asian American Leadership Alliance
      • Members Meeting (invited guests only)

    5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    Harper Center Fitzgerald Boardroom

    • Journey of Triumph: A Showcase of Asian American Narratives
      • Presenters: Members of the Nebraska Asian American Leadership Alliance
      • Message from Mr. Jim Pillen, Nebraska Governor, in honor of Asian Americans
      • Keynote Address: Mr. Weysan Dun, Commissioner-Nebraska Crime Commission and Retired FBI Special Agent in Charge
      • Themes:
        • “Voices of Resilience: Asian American Narratives of Overcoming Challenges”
        • “Unsung Heroes: Stories of Asian Americans in Service to the Nation"
        • “Innovation and Excellence: Asian American Trailblazers in STEM”
        • "Cultural Bridges: Asian American Contributions to Arts and Entertainment"
        • "Empowering Communities: Asian American Leaders in Advocacy and Social Change"
      • Co-sponsored by Nebraska World Affairs Council and Nebraska Asian American Leadership Alliance

    6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Harper Center Fitzgerald Boardroom

    • Dinner Event in Honor of Asian Americans
      • Remarks: Alan Wang, Chair, Nebraska Asian American Leadership Alliance
      • Agents of Change: Directing the Course for Asian American Advocacy
      • Co-sponsored by Nebraska World Affairs Council and Nebraska Asian American Leadership Alliance
         

    Acknowledgement

    The 19th Asian Culture Week at Creighton University is organized by the Asian World Center with the sponsorship from the Nebraska World Affairs Council (NEWAC), Nebraska Asian American Leadership Alliance (NAALA), the Honorary Consul of Japan for Nebraska, and Japan Foundation JOI Outreach Program.  We express our gratitude for the support received from the University Non-Western Studies Grant, and the University Committee for Lectures, Films, and Concerts.

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