Announcements
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AARCS Statement Regarding the Proposed Closure of Regional National Archives Facilities in San Bruno and Chicago
AARCS lends support to the Save OUR National Archives (SONA) and other historians, educators, organizations, and community members who are advocating to stop the closures of the National Archives and Research Administration (NARA) regional facilities, including the National Archives at San Bruno and Chicago.
Dr. Jeanne Tsai delivering the opening address at the 2026 AASF Symposium
AARCS Co-Hosts the Asian American Scholar Forum's 2026 Frontiers & Pioneers Symposium
AARCS co-sponsored the Asian American Scholar Forum's (AASF) 2026 Frontiers & Pioneers Symposium, won August 7–9, 2026 and brought over 2,000 attendees to Stanford to learn and connect about the contributions of Asian American scholars.
Recognizing Chali Lee’s Contributions to AARCS and Welcoming Laureen Hom as the new Associate Director!
The Asian American Research Center at Stanford (AARCS) announces changes to the leadership team. We thank Chali Lee and welcome Laureen Hom!
AARCS Announces 2026-2027 Seed Grant Recipients: 18 New Projects Advancing Asian American and Diaspora Scholarship at Stanford
The Asian American Research Center at Stanford (AARCS) is excited to announce the recipients of our 2026-2027 Seed Grants. This year, we are proud to support eighteen new research projects that advance the study of Asian American and Asian diasporic communities. Seven projects are led by Stanford faculty, ten are led by graduate students, and one is led by an…
Gordon Chang delivering reflections and closing remarks.
AARCS Hosts Asian Americans and Politics in the 21st Century Symposium
On September 4-5, the Asian American Research Center at Stanford (AARCS) hosted the Asian Americans and Politics in the 21st Century Symposium, a two-day gathering of scholars, students, and community leaders exploring the evolving role of Asian Americans in U.S. politics.
AARCS Announces 2025-2026 Seed Grant Recipients: 12 New Projects Advancing Asian American and Diaspora Scholarship at Stanford
The Asian American Research Center at Stanford (AARCS) is excited to announce the recipients of our 2025-2026 Seed Grants. This year, we are proud to support twelve new research projects that advance the study of Asian American and Asian diasporic communities. Seven projects are led by Stanford faculty and five are led by graduate students.
Gordon Chang delivering his remarks at the AARCS Launch Celebration | Photo by: Stephen Sano
AARCS Celebrates Its Launch: An Evening of Community, Vision, and Inspiration!
The Asian American Research Center at Stanford (AARCS) officially kicked off its launch with a wonderful celebration hosted at the beautiful home of Laura Ching and Eric Chen. Sponsored by AARCS, the event brought together faculty, alumni, and supporters to mark AARCS's inaugural year at Stanford.
AARCS Honors Betty He’s Contributions and Welcomes Chali Lee as the New Program Associate!
We announce exciting changes within the AARCS leadership team. We bid farewell to Betty He, whose dedication and contributions as Research Associate leaves a lasting impact on AARCS. We also welcome Chali Lee, a queer Hmong scholar and community organizer, as our new Program Associate.