Join Us For Eco-Emancipation Conference!
Hosted at Duke Kunshan University, this three-day event will bring together scholars to examine pressing issues surrounding environmental justice, biocultural rights, and post-growth futures. Through keynote talks, panel discussions, and workshops, participants will explore the complexities of eco-emancipation and the evolving relationships between humans and the natural world. We welcome all those interested in these […]
Student Report: Gender + Pain
Nathan Franco, Class of 2028 On Wednesday, March 19th, 2025, DKU faculty, staff, and students gathered for a discussion on Gender and Pain. The guest speakers were none other than Shan Wang, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Duke Kunshan University with research interests in cognitive psychology and pain related issues, and Wenting Ji, an […]
Call for Student Helpers! Humanities Research Center Spring 2025 Conference
The Humanities Research Center is currently seeking student helpers for the HRC Spring 2025 Conference which will be held in AB from Friday April 18 until Saturday April 19. There will be three keynote speakers from Stanford, Duke, and Australia National University as well as student sessions throughout the conference. Work shifts are available from […]
Register Now for the 2025 Undergraduate Humanities Research Conference: Gender and Sexuality, April 18-19
The Humanities Research Center is thrilled to announce the Spring 2025 Undergraduate Humanities Research Conference, centered on the theme of “Gender and Sexuality.” This event will showcase three keynote lectures and a range of undergraduate research presentations, offering a dynamic platform for critical discussions and fresh insights into these important topics. Conference Details: Dates: April […]
Reading Group for “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education”
Diversity, Equity, Inclusiveness, and Justice is an essential topic in academia. Despite its wide discussion in academia, at the practical level, it still poses a challenge for educators seeking to enhance their teaching practices. It is crucial to ensure that educational materials and curricula are inclusive, relevant, and engaging for all students while creating safe […]
Student Report on Exploring Anne Conway’s Spiritual Philosophy: A Lecture by Yining Wu
Written by Nathan Franco, Class of 2028 On Thursday, March 6, 2025, DKU faculty, staff, and students gathered for an interesting discussion on the political theorist Anne Conway, titled “Anne Conway: What Does It Mean to Be Spiritual?” by Yining Wu, a Ph.D. candidate at Temple University specializing in early modern philosophy. Present during the […]
Navigating China’s Archives: A Hands-On Guide for Emerging Researchers
We are excited to invite you to an upcoming event hosted by DKU HRC and the Archives and History Initiative, titled “Navigating Textual Sources and Digital Databases.” As an emerging researcher, you are wondering: where can I find material in China? How do I begin my research? The presentation introduces samples of archives and hands-on […]
Gender + Pain: Let’s discuss gendered psychological and physical pain
Date: March 19th, 6:00 PM Location: Water Pavilion Join us for an eye-opening panel discussion on how people experience and report pain differently based on gender. In light of historical, cultural, and evolutionary perspectives, Professors Wenting Ji and Shan Wang will explore various questions, such as how Chinese history and literature have discussed women’s pain […]
HRC Student Worker Rebecca Combs Wins First Place at Stanford’s TreeHacks Hackathon
Rebecca Combs, a student worker at the Humanities Research Center (HRC) and a Computation and Design major from Duke Kunshan University’s Class of 2025, won a first-place award at Stanford University’s prestigious TreeHacks hackathon. The event brought together over 1,000 students from universities worldwide to develop technology solutions for real-world challenges. Combs and her […]
Exploring Anne Conway’s Spiritual Philosophy: A Lecture by Yining Wu
Embark on a captivating journey into the depths of philosophy with Yining Wu’s upcoming lecture, “Anne Conway: What Does It Mean to Be Spiritual?” Event Details: Date & Time: Thursday, March 6, 3:00–4:30 PM Location: IB 2050 Yining Wu, a Ph.D. candidate specializing in early modern philosophy, will delve into Anne Conway’s profound insights on […]
