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Why limit learning to just one box? At the Department of Southeast Asian Studies, we break free from narrow disciplinary boundaries and offer a dynamic, subject-oriented curriculum. Our truly interdisciplinary approach blends diverse perspectives and methodologies from the humanities and social sciences, all deeply rooted in local experiences and knowledge. For students seeking a more holistic way to explore the world, this is where your journey begins.
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New Publication: The Contours of Mass Violence in Indonesia, 1965-68 by Douglas Kammen and Katharine McGregor (eds.)
Kammen, Douglas and Katharine McGregor (eds.), The Countours of Mass Violence in Indonesia, 1965-68, Singapore: NUS Press, 2012 The violence directed against the political left in Indonesia from 1965 until 1968 has been the subject of intense speculation. The large number of deaths, brutal interrogations, as well as rape, torture, short- and long-tern detention and …
Our administrative staff are winners again!
The Department of Southeast Asian Studies is pleased to announce that Ms Sharifah Alawiyah, Mdm Rohani Sungib and Mdm Moli have received the NUS Quality Service Award for this year. The award is an initiative by the Office of Quality Management to recognise and reward staff who shine in customer service. Mdm Rohani Sungib and Mdm …
SEAS Alumnus Goh Kok Wee featured in The Straits Times, LIFE!, Saturday 27 October 2012
On a charted journey – They have spent $25,000 on their old maps but Goh Kok Wee and Serene Ng are still buying more, The Straits Times LIFE!, Saturday 27 October 2012. While other couples bond over a movie or meal, civil servant Goh Kok Wee and Ms Serene Ng pore over an old map. …
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New Publication: The Spirit of Things: Materiality and Religious Diversity in Southeast Asia by Julius Bautista (ed.)
Bautista, Julius (ed.), The Spirit of Things: Materiality and Religious Diversity in Southeast Asia, Ithaca: Cornell Southeast Asia Program Publications, 2012 What role do objects play in crafting the religions of Southeast Asia and shaping the experiences of believers? The Spirit of Things explores religious materiality in a region marked by shifting boundaries, multiple beliefs, …
Dr Irving Johnson wins the Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (FTEA) for the third year running!
The Department of Southeast Asian Studies congratulates Dr Irving Johnson on winning the Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (FTEA) 2012. Well done Dr Johnson!
Decoration of Honour for Dr Pattana Kitiarsa
Dr Pattana Kitiarsa has been decorated with “The Most Admirable Order of the Direkgunabhorn” honour at a special ceremony at the Thai Embassy on 13 September 2012. This decoration of honour was granted to Dr Kitiarsa by His Majesty King Bhumibhol on 5 December 2011. It represents his country’s appreciation of Dr Pattana Kitiarsa’s voluntary …