Asian Studies Development Program
32nd National Conference
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Philadelphia, PA
April 15 -17, 2027
Prosperity, Peace, and Longevity: What Can We Learn From Asia?
Call for Proposals / Abstract Submissions
Call for Proposals / Abstract Submissions
The conference themes of prosperity, peace, and longevity invite papers that explore the vital cultural, political, economic, environmental, and scientific relationships that connect our world. Diverse disciplinary approaches and perspectives on contemporary and historical issues will be particularly welcome, including cultural resilience, economic security, and social change. In addition to sharing multidisciplinary research, the conference will provide a forum to explore pedagogical and institutional innovation and share insights among the Asia, Asia Pacific, and global communities.
Proposals are now being accepted for the 2027 ASDP National Conference, to be held at the Community College of Philadelphia (CCP), Center for Business and Industry, 1751 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA, 19130. Proposals addressing some aspect of this year’s theme, Prosperity, Peace, and Longevity: What We Can Learn from Asia, are encouraged, but we welcome research, teaching, and scholarship in Asian studies broadly conceived.
Our Friday keynote is Professor Jacques deLisle, and our Saturday keynote is Professor Zia Mian.
Image Source: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston www.gardnermuseum.org
Session Guidelines:
Proposals welcome for individual presentations, papers, panels, or round-table sessions (250 words or less).
Sessions are 75 minutes. Please plan papers/presentations for 20 minutes, with a 15-minute Q&A at the end of the session.
Panels should include 3-4 presenters and be submitted by 1 person willing to serve as the point of contact.
Complete panel submissions should include a 100–150-word overview of the panel, a 250-word abstract from each presenter, and a chair; however, if no chair is listed, conference organizers will provide a chair.
Presentation rooms will include internet, a projector, and a screen.
Registration includes two lunches and a Friday reception under the Chinese Rotunda at the University of Pennsylvania.
Registration site opens Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Undergraduate/Graduate Student Registration: $100 by Feb. 1, 2027
Early Bird Registration: $200 by Dec. 15, 2026
Regular Registration: $250 by Feb. 1, 2027
Email Inquiries: 2027ASDPNC@gmail.com
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