Study Group Details
112: Understanding Asia
Monday1:00 - 2:50
Starting September 21
Greek Orthodox Church
Are you interested in insights into how China, Japan, India, and their Asian neighbors have changed? Join us for intelligent conversation on issues such as: What historical tensions are holding back cooperation among Asian countries? How does Asian economic development impact marriage and family patterns? What drives business in Asia? Where are there further opportunities for major change in Asia? This study group will cover political, social, cultural, business, and historical topics. Each week, class members receive via email 3-4 articles that will be used for discussion. Reading of articles and participation in discussion is required. Videos on Asia may be viewed in class.
This study group is
Class Type: Discussion
Class Format: TBA
Hours of Reading: 1-2 hrs/week
Study Group Leader(s):
Rita Hadden
Rita Hadden is Chinese-American, born in Hanoi and raised in Saigon, Phnom Penh, Hong Kong, and the US. She has lived and traveled widely in Asia, and recently worked for a year in China. For over 40 years, Rita specialized in management and international consulting. She has been President of the Asian American Forum in Washington, DC, and is active on its Executive Board. Rita has lectured on Asian topics for the OLLI Lecture Series.