Who We Are
The Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (APARC) is dedicated to the study of critical issues affecting the countries of Asia and their regional and global relations. Our scholar community is comprised of distinguished academics and practitioners in government, business, and civil society. Through policy-relevant research, publications, education, public programs, and international collaborations, we address pressing challenges in a world in which Asia plays an increasingly central role.
What We Do
Research
Pursue and publish interdisciplinary, social science-oriented scholarship from regional and global perspectives on issues of vital importance to the economies, foreign affairs, health, politics, and societal transitions of the Asia-Pacific.
Education
Support the next generation of Asia experts by offering fellowship and training opportunities to academics and practitioners, teaching Stanford courses, and bringing Asia-Pacific topics into high school and community college classrooms.
Policy & Outreach
Illuminate Asia-Pacific-focused, policy-relevant problems and solutions and strengthen cooperation between counterparts in the United States and Asia by providing expert analysis, thought leadership, and constructive interaction.
In the Spotlight
The Washington Post's Anna Fifield Wins 2018 Shorenstein Journalism Award
Anna Fifield, Beijing Bureau Chief for The Washington Post, is the recipient of the 2018 Shorenstein Journalism Award. On November 14, she will be presented with the award at Stanford and headline a panel discussing how North Korea is, and isn't, changing under Kim Jong Un.
Student Interns with Military in Hawaii, an Opportunity Supported by APARC
Rachel Hirshman, BS ’18, MS ’19, spent the summer in Hawaii helping plan and execute military exercises via an internship sponsored by APARC’s U.S.-Asia Security Initiative. Stanford News spoke with Hirshman about U.S. military operations in Hawaii and her work with INDOPACOM.
Announcing Open Call for Postdoctoral and LKC Fellowships Applications, Academic Year 2019-20
APARC invites applications for the 2019-20 Shorenstein Postdoctoral Fellowship on Contemporary Asia, the Asia Health Policy Postdoctoral Fellowship, and the Lee Kong Chian Fellowship on Southeast Asia. Postdoc fellowship applications are due January 7, 2019, LKC fellowship applications March 1.
News & Events
News
7th Annual Korean Studies Writing Prize Awarded
October 5, 2018
Anna Fifield, Beijing Bureau Chief for The Washington Post and Veteran North Korea Watcher, Wins 2018 Shorenstein Journalism Award
October 2, 2018
Poisonous Pandas: New Book Unravels the Proliferation of Cigarette Consumption and Production
September 27, 2018
Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Asia
September 26, 2018
Global Affiliates Program Welcomes 2018-2019 Fellows
September 24, 2018
Events
Tue
Oct
16
4:15 PM - 6:00 PM
A New Perspective on News: The SmartNews Approach and Political Balancing
Philippines Conference Room
Encina Hall, 3rd Floor
616 Serra Street, Stanford, CA 94305
Thu
Oct
18
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
From Within and Without: Taiwan’s New Security Challenges
3rd Floor East Wing, Encina Hall, 616 Serra Street, Stanford, California 94305,
Mon
Oct
22
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Independence and Governance in Singapore: The Highest Stage of Colonialism?
Wed
Oct
24
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Is Preventive Care Worth the Cost? Evidence from Mandatory Checkups in Japan
Philippines Conference Room
Encina Hall, 3rd Floor
616 Serra Street, Stanford, CA 94305
Tue
Oct
30
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Halloween Pumpkin Carving and Dessert Potluck 2018
Philippines Conference Room
Encina Hall, 3rd Floor
616 Serra Street, Stanford, CA 94305
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Courses
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Giving
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