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In this issue, we share more opportunities, showcase recent events, and highlight projects and accomplishments from the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU).
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UO Events
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Join Global Education Oregon to discover study abroad opportunities related to business. Learn more about the application process, program options, and student experience abroad!
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month events here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Join Global Education Oregon to learn more about study abroad opportunities related to psychology. Learn more about the application process, program options, and student experience abroad!
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
To celebrate the EMU's 75th Anniversary, we're hosting a special Open House at the Mills International Center. We'll have arts, crafts, connections, and fun!
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To celebrate the EMU's 75th Anniversary, we're hosting a special Open House at the Mills International Center. We'll have arts, crafts, connections, and fun!
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Want a place to relax, get creative, and meet new people in between classes? Come Chill in the Mills! Chill in the Mills is a weekly event where the Mills International Center hosts a new craft activity every Wednesday from 2-4pm this fall 2025. All supplies are FREE and provided by the Mills! Refreshments also provided.
Keep an eye out for the schedule posted in the Mills Center space and on our Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/uomills/) to make sure you don’t miss out on any exciting crafts! The Mills International Center and its events are open to all UO students, faculty, staff, and community members. We hope to see you there!
2:30–4:00 p.m.
Experience a Japanese cinematic masterpiece like never before!
Join us for a rare performance of the groundbreaking 1926 Japanese silent film A Page of Madness. Internationally acclaimed benshi artist Ichiro Kataoka brings this haunting psychological drama to life with his powerful voice and expressive storytelling, reviving the electrifying art of benshi — Japan’s unique tradition of live film narration. Avant-garde composer Dylan Champagne’s new musical score for this cinematic treasure features live cello accompaniment by Miranda Wilson. English subtitles will be provided for full accessibility.
Benshi Narrator: Ichiro Kataoka
Composer: Dylan Champagne
Cellist: Miranda Wilson
Following the roundtable discussion, there will be a public Film Screening and Performance of "A Page of Madness" in the EMU 214 (Redwood Auditorium) at 7:00 -8:30PM
Event Sponsors: Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures, Center for Asian and Pacific Studies
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Join peer advisors from Global Education Oregon to learn all about the basics of studying abroad. Learn more about our 200+ study abroad programs, how to narrow down your study abroad options, the application process, and scholarships available to support your study abroad journey.
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Post-completion Optional Practical Training is optional work authorization F-1 international students have earned, and may apply for, one term before completing a degree at the UO. OPT extends your F-1 status for 12 months for purposes of practical training in the U.S. related to your major. The OPT application process requires advance planning with the ISSS office and is approved by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
You can learn more about OPT and join our workshops from Zoom using this webpage: https://isss.uoregon.edu/optional-practical-training-opt
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Are you interested in studying abroad in Africa? Attend this information session to learn all about our Global Education Oregon programs within the continent, including Social Justice and Human Rights in Tanzania, Environmental Change And Community Development: Senegal And The Gambia, and Global Health And Service-Learning In Ghana.
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
7:00–8:30 p.m.
Experience a Japanese cinematic masterpiece like never before!
Join us for a rare performance of the groundbreaking 1926 Japanese silent film A Page of Madness. Internationally acclaimed benshi artist Ichiro Kataoka brings this haunting psychological drama to life with his powerful voice and expressive storytelling, reviving the electrifying art of benshi — Japan’s unique tradition of live film narration. Avant-garde composer Dylan Champagne’s new musical score for this cinematic treasure features live cello accompaniment by Miranda Wilson. English subtitles will be provided for full accessibility.
Benshi Narrator: Ichiro Kataoka
Composer: Dylan Champagne
Cellist: Miranda Wilson
In accordance with the Roundtable Discussion of "A Page of Madness" at the Knight Library Browsing Room at 2:30-4:00pm.
Event sponsor: Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures, Center for Asian and Pacific Studies.
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Join Global Education Oregon to discover study abroad opportunities related to science, teachnology, engineering, and math. Learn more about the application process, program options, and student experience abroad!
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month events here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Are you interested in immersing yourself in current events and political changes in the capital of the United Kingdom? Join Global Education Oregon to learn more about Politics in London, a four-week summer study abroad experience that will explore differing perspectives on international government and policies.
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
3:00–7:00 p.m.
Join us for Language Circles this fall term at the Mills International Center every Monday!
Language Circles are conversation groups led by native and/or proficient speakers. Students of all levels can learn and practice languages through informal conversation.
Different languages are offered every hour. Stay tuned for our fall 2025 Language Circles schedule! All times will be posted to our Instagram @uomills and in our space, Mills International Center, EMU M102.
The Mills International Center space is open to ALL students, faculty and guests, U.S. and international!
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Join Global Education Oregon to discover Spanish immersion study abroad programs. Learn more about the application process, program options, and student experience abroad!
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Want a place to relax, get creative, and meet new people in between classes? Come Chill in the Mills! Chill in the Mills is a weekly event where the Mills International Center hosts a new craft activity every Wednesday from 2-4pm this fall 2025. All supplies are FREE and provided by the Mills! Refreshments also provided.
Keep an eye out for the schedule posted in the Mills Center space and on our Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/uomills/) to make sure you don’t miss out on any exciting crafts! The Mills International Center and its events are open to all UO students, faculty, staff, and community members. We hope to see you there!
4:00 p.m.
Michael Stern, associate professor of German and Scandinavian, will give a book talk on his new book Thinking Nietzsche with Africana Thought.
In the book, Michael Stern sets Nietzsche in conversation with Africana artists and philosophers to explore the role of aesthetics in decolonial worldmaking.
Nietzsche, a theorist of power, morality, and aesthetics supplies a description of a world making that also destroys. His notion of the will to power explains how particular and local interpretations spread and dominate. Stern situates Nietzsche’s thought alongside those of Africana artists and thinkers who, confronted with the effects of the slave trade and colonial violence, speak to new theoretical paradigms addressing erasure and displacement and its relationship to form making. Thinking Nietzsche with Africana Thought opens with Nietzsche’s work on the human imagination and its institutionalized restrictions, written around when the Congress of Berlin divided Africa without the presence of Africans. The book ends with the Ghanian sculptor El Anatsui’s understanding of temporality, form, and naming as he creates a slave memorial in a Danish setting.
Eschewing notions of hierarchal authority and keeping in mind how epistemological racism has delimited our philosophical possibilities, Michael Stern employs thought from each lineage to open the space for what Frantz Fanon calls a human with a new sense for rhythm. What emerges is a different sense for history, morality, culture, and political life.
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Learn how to apply for Curricular Practical Training work authorization for off-campus jobs and internships. Please sign up for the workshop using this form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0199b0898e127f15a4cd594d54679858
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Join Global Education Oregon for an information session all about our GlobalWorks International Internship programs! Learn more about the application process, program details, and hear from program alumni about their experiences.
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month events here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM
4:00–5:20 p.m.
The Art Institute of Chicago has recently decided to deaccession and return to Thailand a 12th-century Khmer pilaster depicting Krishna, marking a major step in provenance research. Long misattributed to Cambodia, the piece was confirmed through archival, stylistic, and on-site study to have come from Prasat Phanom Rung in Buriram province, Northeast Thailand. Its return recalls that of the reclining Vishnu lintel in 1988, which originated from the same doorframe and was later reinstalled during the temple’s restoration. Both works had traveled from Bangkok to Chicago in the 1960s, reflecting the challenges of tracing Khmer artifacts. Reuniting them at Phanom Rung not only corrects past errors but also restores cultural meaning by returning them to their original context.
Presented by: Nicolas Revire PhD, Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Research Fellow at Art Institute of Chicago.
Hosted by: Alison Carter PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of Oregon.
Event sponsors: Department of Anthropology, Global Studies Institute, Center for Asian and Pacific Studies, Department of History of Art and Archtecture, and Department of Asian Studies.
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Should you go to grad school? Going to graduate school is a BIG life decision! You can gain specialized knowledge, research, connections, and expertise in your chosen field, which can lead to better career opportunities and increased earning potential. However, it's essential to carefully consider your goals, commitment, and financial situation before deciding to pursue further education. Coming to this event is a great first step!
Explore your interest in pursuing an advanced degree at the Graduate School Fair! (11/13 from 11am-2pm in the EMU Ballrooms)
This event offers a valuable opportunity for you to learn about various graduate programs (both at the UO and other top universities!) and the benefits they provide to prepare you for a career in research, academia, or specialized industry roles. Talk to recruiters about the application process and financial aid, or ask them about career outcomes for students who pursue advanced degrees--this is your opportunity to explore and learn!
Whether you're still exploring career paths or ready to apply for the coming year, the fair is open to students at any stage of your academic journey.
Highlights of the fair:
- Representatives from graduate programs across the United States (including the University of Oregon), offering a diverse range of degree programs and academic disciplines including:
- Architecture & Design
- Business Management
- Child Behavioral Health
- Education
- Environmental Studies
- Health Sciences
- Humanities & Arts
- Law & Legal Studies
- Media & Communications
- Public Affairs & Policy
- STEM
- Social Sciences
- and more!
- Mini-Workshops featuring career readiness coaches, who will demystify the application process, writing your purpose statement, and provide tips for maximizing your experience at the fair.
Don't miss this chance to expand your horizons and discover the possibilities that await you in the world of higher education!
Register on Handshake today to learn about all the schools coming and get tips and advice for how to make the most of the fair.
For more information, visit the Unviersity Career Center in Tykeson-Garden Level to learn more about how the UCC supports students applying to grad school through career coaching and document reviews!
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Interested in participating in a university exchange program? Join Global Education Oregon to learn all about exchange programs, from applications to student experience!
This event is part of International Education Month. Learn more about International Education Month here: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM