Indian students say H-1B visa changes are causing them to rethink studying in U.S.
India was by far the largest recipient of H-1B visas last year, accounting for 71% of approved beneficiaries.
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Seeking Participants – Optimizing Strength Training in Older Adults
Anoop T. Balachandran (PI), from the FNES Department, is seeking participants aged 65+ for a study investigating the effect of weightlifting on muscle mass, strength, and function. Participants will complete a 20-week supervised weight training program and will receive financial compensation as well as an individualized report. Free on-campus parking will be provided. To participate, … Read more
Job Op – Professor of English – Asian American Literature (Swathmore College)
Candidates should hold a PhD in English or in another appropriate interdisciplinary field with a specialization in literary study. Our new colleague will be responsible for developing and teaching courses in Asian American literature and culture at all levels of our curriculum, from beginning to advanced, and we welcome candidates who are equipped to teach … Read more
Reps. Meng, Kelly, Clarke, Garcia, Castro, Davis lead 81 colleagues in letter to Education Secretary against diversion of funds from Minority-Serving Institutions
.S. Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus joined Robin Kelly (IL-02), co-chair of the Predominantly Black Institution Caucus, in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary Linda McMahon regarding the diversion of funds from Minority-Serving Institutions to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Reps Meng and Kelly were joined by leaders in … Read more
Job Op – Assistant Professor, American Studies (California State University, Fullerton)
The Department of American Studies at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with appointment to begin Fall 2026. We seek a specialist in the interdisciplinary study of the body (for example: medicine, health, disability, trans experiences). Scholarly focus could be on any time period.
Japanese Studies Fellowship Program (Japan Foundation New York)
This program provides support to outstanding scholars, researchers, and professionals in the field by offering the opportunity to conduct research in Japan. Proposal deadline, December 1, 2025.