As part of a continuing practice of celebrating cross-cultural relationships, California State University, Dominguez Hills College of Arts and Humanities is hosting a lecture by Mr. Junichi Ihara, consul general of Japan in Los Angeles on March 24, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Loker Student Union.
The event is free and open to all students, faculty, staff, and members of the community.
Consul General Ihara will discuss current political, economic and social conditions in Japan and how they play important roles in the United States and the global community.
CSU Dominguez Hills has been committed to Asian-Pacific cultural awareness through its Asian-Pacific Studies program and community-based efforts, such as the creation of the on-campus Japanese Peace Garden.
“We desire to continue and advance this legacy by offering events that provide learning opportunities about Asian-Pacific cultures, which comprise and enhance our social fabric. Specifically we desire to develop more academic and cultural awareness of the profound importance of Japan,” said George Arasimowicz, Ph.D., dean of the College of Arts and Humanities.
“As a world leader, Japan has great influence. With new national government administrations in Japan and the United States, it appears that now more than ever, we need to know more about Japan/U.S. relations.”
This opportunity to hear Consul General Ihara speak on the CSU Dominguez Hills campus is one of many events that celebrate the university’s 50th anniversary.
“I hope many students come to his talk, listen to him and ask a lot of questions,” Yayoi Kato, Ph.D., professor of Asian-Pacific studies, who is a liaison between the consulate’s office and the university’s Asian-Pacific studies program.
“The lecture will provide valuable insights about Japanese culture, not only for students in the Asian-Pacific studies program, but also for students of political science, history, and cultural studies, as well as for anyone who has an interest in these areas.”
Ihara, a graduate of Kyoto University, Japan, was appointed consul general of Japan in Los Angeles in 2008. Previously, he served as deputy director-general of the Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau.
His recent positions include minister at the Embassy of Japan in the United States (2004-2006), and directors of the Financial Affairs Division (2002-2004), the WTO Division (1999-2002), the First Southeast Asia Division (1997-1999), and the Office of the Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs (1995-1997).
Convenient on-campus parking is available near Loker Student Union.
For lots 3 and 6, enter from Toro Center Drive off University Drive, or from Tamcliff Street off Victoria Street.
For lot 2, enter Birchknoll Drive from Victoria Street.
Daily permits are $4 and can be purchased at kiosk machines located at each lot.
For more information, contact Laura Perdew at (310) 243-3264 or visit http://cah.csudh.edu/.
CSU Dominguez Hills at 50 — On April 29, 1960, Gov. Edmund G. “Pat” Brown signed a bill into law authorizing the formation of a university to serve the growing southwestern region of Los Angeles County. From its humble beginnings in a bank building in Rolling Hills Estates, CSU Dominguez Hills has evolved into a thriving, nationally recognized comprehensive university, providing an innovative liberal arts education to a diverse student body.