Grant from Chan Zuckerberg Initiative aids research with AI, rare diseases
Research by Zachary DeBruine will implement artificial intelligence to construct and train models of virtual cells to better understand rare diseases.
Jul 25, 2024
The East Asian Studies (EAS) program balances a liberal arts and professional approach to understanding the economic potential, rich cultural resources, and the basic need for intercultural relationships with East Asian nations, including China and Japan. Students who minor in EAS gain intercultural knowledge and competence that benefits them in this increasingly globalized world.
The East Asian Studies faculty recognize the need for our students, to be well versed in cultures other than their own. Faculty in the programs offer cross-cultural understanding and intercultural communication perspectives, allowing students to become well-rounded and well-grounded in their knowledge of China and East Asia as they find their niche in a demographically and culturally diverse society and an increasingly global economy.
Students study a variety of subjects, including:
EAS can be instrumental for a variety of careers, including those in:
The East Asian Studies program explores the languages, cultures, histories, and socioeconomic conditions of China and Japan, and recognizes the rich and complex traditions and historical contributions of these countries while acknowledging the essential roles they play in the world today. The EAS minor is designed for students who are interested in Chinese and Japanese cultures and who see fluency in the languages of these two countries as instrumental for their future careers in this region and beyond. Students majoring in such fields as business, communications, English, history, international relations, philosophy, and political science, among others, will find that the EAS minor provides a unique perspective on these two dynamic countries and is a valued complement to their major program.
Students are also encouraged to participate in the activities of local Asian associations, including the Chinese Association of West Michigan, the Asian-American Association, Japan-America Society of West Michigan, and also get involved in on-campus student groups such as the Asian Student Union (ASU), Japan Cultural Association, and the International Student Organization (ISO). Members of community organizations and businesses are also invited to take courses and participate in program activities.
Research by Zachary DeBruine will implement artificial intelligence to construct and train models of virtual cells to better understand rare diseases.
Jul 25, 2024
Leaders from Grand Valley and Southwestern Michigan College signed an agreement that provides SMC students with opportunities to take GVSU classes and degree programs at the Dowagiac campus.
Jul 17, 2024
Now through July 25, Grand Valley is hosting a crowdfunding campaign to help more students have transformative study abroad experiences.
Jul 15, 2024
Brian Long, director of supply management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of local businesses and purchasing managers reflected sharp declines in two key indices.
Jul 10, 2024
The Physician Assistant Studies department received a five-year, $1.8 million federal grant.
Jun 24, 2024