JASC Presents: Boston

After 2 in Japan, JASC Presents finally comes to the US!

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2008 marks the 150th anniversary of the Harris Treaty, signed at Shimoda on July 29th,1858. Forcing the 400-year old Tokugawa regime to abandon its isolationist policy towards foreigners, it opened free trading and consequently spurred Japan into its modernization phase. Despite its controversial beginnings, it nevertheless established an important foundation to the long-term relationship between the two countries. Although recent globalization has caused the U.S. to focus more explicitly on emerging Asian economies such as China and India, the ties bonding Japan and the U.S. remain powerful.

With the theme, "Internationalism in a New Age: Reflecting on 150 years of Japan-U.S. Relations" we wish to present to the public the views of the Japan-America Student Conference participants as they discuss the past, present and future relations of the two countries. Throughout its history, our relationship has seen both immense triumphs and trying frictions. Regardless, our shared commitment to cultural exchange and global mindedness has transcended economic hostility and global conflict. As our bilateral relationship reaches this milestone, we hope to reflect on the progress we have made while forging joint solutions to new challenges.

■ Event Info ■
【Date】　 January 31, 2009
【Time】　　 1:00-4:00 PM
【Location】　 Belfer Case Study Room, CGIS South Building
1730 Cambridge St., Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
http://map.harvard.edu/level3.cfm?mapname=&tile=F7&quadrant=B&series=M
【Admission】 Free and open to the general public

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【1:00 - 1:10】 Opening remarks
【1:10 - 1:50】 Keynote speech, followed by a Q&A session
* Dr. Trent Maxey, PhD Cornell University 2005, Postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University
【1:50 - 2:00】 Break
【2:00 - 3:00】 Panel discussion, followed by a Q&A session
* Colin Moreshead, Sophomore at Wesleyan University, 61st American Executive Committee Chair
* Yoshihiro Kanemitsu, Junior at the University of Tokyo, 61st American Executive
Committee
* Samantha Scully, Senior at Bowdoin College, 60th American Executive Committee Chair
* Jason Knudson, Administrative Assistant at the Office of the Executive Director at ‘Facing
History and Ourselves,’ 58th delegate
【3:00 - 3:15】 Announcement of the 61st JASC and closing remarks
【3:15 - 4:00】 Reception and light refreshments

■ RSVP ■
Although a RSVP is not necessary and walk-ins are welcomed, we would like to know a rough estimate of audience members beforehand. Please email your name and contact info to jascpresents.us@gmail.com.

Thanks and hope to see you there~