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AAAS Social Science Caucus

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We are the Social Science Caucus under the Association for Asian American Studies (AAAS). Website: sites.google.com/view/aaas-socsci/h…

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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
AAAS Social Science Caucus Council members recently held the first council meeting of the new academic year! ✨Consider becoming a paid member and joining this vibrant community✨ See more information on our website: sites.google.com/view/aaas-so...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Our first Caucus research workshop was a success! Many thanks to our research coordinator Qing Tingting Liu @bardjester.bsky.social, two presenters Olivia Hu and Han Liu, and engaged audiences for making this possible 🙌
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
A reminder to save the date for our first Research Showcase! This event will feature two emerging scholars presenting their new research to the Caucus community. The Showcase will be held on 3/27 from 12-1:20pm ET/9-10:20 PT. See the flyer for the zoom link. We appreciate your participation!
Save the date for our first Research Showcase! This event will feature two emerging scholars presenting their new research to the Caucus community. The Showcase will be held on 3/27 from 12-1:20pm ET/9-10:20 PT. See the flyer for the zoom link.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
A reminder to submit your session by 3/15!
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Please save the date fo the SocSci Caucus' inaugural Research Showcase! This workshop-style event will feature two emerging scholars presenting their exciting new research to the Caucus community. This year's Showcase will feature:
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Save the Date and RSVP! The Caucus' business meeting is scheduled for 11:20am-12:20pm HST on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Iolani III in the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort. The business meeting is open to all conference attendees.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
If you are part of a paper panel, roundtable, or workshop at AAAS Honolulu that engages with themes and topics related to the social sciences, please consider submitting your session to be included in the SocSci Caucus Mini-Program.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Call for Recent Scholarship and Accomplishments for Winter/Spring Newsletter: Please submit your recent scholarship and accomplishments for the Winter/Spring 2026: Accomplishments from July 1 - Dec 31, 2025 (DUE: February 28, 2026 at 11:59p). docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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AAAS SocSci Newsletter - Recent Scholarship, Accomplishments, and Calls/Events/Opportunities
The AAAS Social Science Caucus invites members to share their recent scholarship and accomplishments to be included in the upcoming Caucus Newsletter. The deadline to share is 11:59pm by the due dates...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Note that nominations are due 2/15. Please complete the form if you wish to run for any positions in our Caucus.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Reminder to submit your proposal by 2/15 if you’re interested in participating in the research showcase workshop!
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Reminder to RSVP by 2/13 if you plan to attend our reception!
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
The Social Science Caucus invites self-nominations for positions on the 2026-2027 board! All terms are for one year in duration, and will commence immediately after the April 2026 meeting in Honolulu, Hawai'i, and will end after the 2027 meeting in Baltimore, Maryland.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Mentoring Match Signup: The Social Science Caucus mentoring program aims to create supportive, non-hierarchical relationships within the caucus. Events will be held at AAAS Honolulu or via Zoom, based on demand. Interested participants should complete the survey by Feb 28, 2026.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Dear Caucus Members: We are making a reservation at Side Street Inn Ala Moana on April 2, but we'd like to get a headcount to determine how much food to order. Like in past years, your paid membership will grant you entry to the reception and dinner. Please RSVP by Feb 8 if you plan to attend.
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2026 AAAS Social Science Caucus Reception RSVP
When: 5:00 - 7:00pm, April 2, 2026 (Thursday) Where: Side Street Inn Ala Moana (1225 Hopaka St, Honolulu, HI 96814) We are in the process of making a large party reservation at Side Street Inn Ala M...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
The Caucus invites you to join one of our two online writing groups for Spring 2026. The Monday group will continue to meet weekly from 1-3pm PT / 4-6pm ET starting on January 26. Those interested in joining the Monday group should email Qing Liu (tliu20@albany.edu).
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Call for Research Showcase Workshop Proposals: Interested in sharing your research with a wider audience and engaging more deeply with the AAAS SocSci Caucus and broader community? We invite self-nominations for our first Online Research Showcase Workshop in Spring 2026.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
The Council wishes everyone happy holidays! We look forward to seeing you all in the new year!
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Member’s New Book 🚨 JENNY BANH’s Fantasies of Hong Kong Disneyland: Attempted Indigenizations of Space, Labor, and Consumption www.rutgersuniversitypress.org/fantasies-of...
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Fantasies of Hong Kong Disneyland - Rutgers University Press
Fantasies of Hong Kong Disneyland: Attempted Indigenizations of Space, Labor, and Consumption examines the attempt to transplant Disney's "happiest place on ...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
The deadline has been extended to November 10. Submit your paper and nomination by the new deadline!
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Minwoo Jung @minwoojung.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Please spread the word! 📢 My PhD student Kajal Patel is recruiting interviewees for her dissertation research on the children of Gujarati immigrant families. If you grew up helping in your family’s business, please share your stories with Kajal: 📧 klucpatel@gmail.com
Share your Story: Research on Immigrant Family Businesses

Did you grow up working in your family's motel, gas station, store, or other business?
This study explores how those early experiences shape the lives and careers of children of Gujarati immigrant business owners.

Who can participate?
• Adults who identify as children of Gujarati immigrant business owners

What's involved?
• A 1-2 hour confidential intervew over Zoom
• Receive a $10 Amazon gift card

Why join?
• Your story matters, help highlight the unique experiences of our South Asian community

Interested? Have questions?
Contact: Kajal Patel, Ph.D. Candidate
Email: klucpatel@gmail.com
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
DKSC Book Publication in Korean Studies Workshop (11/12, 3:30-5pm EST, Virtual): The Decolonizing Korean Studies Collective (DKSC) presents a professionalization workshop on book publication in Korean Studies on November 12 (Wed), from 3:30-5PM EST.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
[Job Opportunity] Director of Research (Asian American Federation, New York, NY): Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Research is a strategic leader and hands-on project manager, and a member of the organization's leadership team.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
[Job Opportunity] Assistant Professor - Ethnic Studies and Social Justice Studies Department (Los Medanos College; Pittsburg, CA). Applications will be accepted until November 14, 2025. Apply here: www.4cdcareers.net/postings/11712
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Assistant Professor - Ethnic Studies: Asian American Studies (Tenure Track)
Under the direction of the Dean of Instruction, Liberal Arts, and working closely with the Ethnic Studies and Social Justice Studies department, this position is responsible for providing high-level c...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
[Job Opportunity] Associate Professor - Sociology Department (Asian American Studies Program) at CUNY's Hunter College, School of Arts and Sciences, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2026. Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2025. More info here: cuny.jobs/new-york-ny/...
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Jobs | City University of New York
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
[Job Opportunity] Two Tenure-Track Positions in Asian American Studies (San Diego State University): SDSU Asian American Studies, with generous support from the Mellon Foundation, encourages applications for TWO tenure-track Assistant Professor positions with anticipated start dates of Fall 2026.
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Details - Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies | Job Opportunities | SDSU
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Only a few days left to submit your award nominations! Deadline is October 31.
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Qing Tingting Liu @bardjester.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
The AAAS SocSci Caucus calls for nominations for three article awards: The deadline for nominations is October 31, 2025. Please submit the article and nomination letter to our Research Coordinator, Qing Liu (tliu20@albany.edu). More Information can be found here: sites.google.com/view/aaas-so...
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AAAS-SocSci - Article Awards
the 2026 Article Award Competition Call for Papers is now available!
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Qing Tingting Liu @bardjester.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Dear colleagues,I am delighted to share the key findings from my recent publication in the Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, based on a major chapter of my dissertation. Open-access PDF: drive.google.com/file/d/1EZvi...; doi.org/10.1080/1369...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Only a few days left to submit your paper to the mini-conference! Deadline is October 15.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
The 2026 AAAS Honolulu has extended its CFP deadline until October 20, 12:00 AM Hawaiian Standard Time! You can find more information about the CFP at aaastudies.org/conference/p....
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Conference Proposal Submission Guidelines - Association for Asian American Studies
The Association for Asian American Studies was founded in 1979 for the purpose of advancing the highest professional standard of excellence in teaching and research in the field of Asian American Stud...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
[Job Opportunity] Tenure-Track Position in Sociology and Comparative Race and Ethnicity Studies (Reed College, Portland, OR) The Department of Sociology and the Comparative Race and Ethnicity Studies Program invite applications for a tenure-track position beginning in the 2026–2027 academic year.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
[Job Opportunity] Part-time Lecturer in Asian American Studies (San Diego State University) The Department of Asian American Studies at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool. View this position here: careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/54...
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Details - Asian American Studies Lecturer AY 2025-2026 | Job Opportunities | SDSU
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
[Job Opportunity] Lecturer in Health Justice and Community (UC Santa Barbara) The Health Justice and Community initiative at UCSB invites applications for qualified lecturers with strong research training and innovative pedagogic experience to teach courses in critical health justice.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Announcement: AAAS has again permitted each section to officially "sponsor" one session at the Honolulu conference. If interested in serving as the representative Social Science Caucus sponsored panel of AAAS 2026, please email Caucus chair, Stephen Cho Suh, (ssuh@sdsu.edu) by September 30, 2025.
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Weirong Guo @weirongguo.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
🌎What does it mean to be a global citizen in an age of polarization? 📄My new article in Social Problems reconceptualizes cosmopolitanism—not as elite privilege, but as an everyday practice shaped by ethics, emotions, and inequality. doi.org/10.1093/socp...
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From engagement to detachment: divergent cosmopolitanisms among transnational Chinese students
ABSTRACT. What does it mean to be cosmopolitan, or a global citizen? Often perceived as a privileged state of cultural consumption and mobility, cosmopolit
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American Sociological Association @asanews.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Take action! You have just a handful of days left to make your voice be heard on the proposed DHS rule that will eliminate Duration of Status & have a detrimental effect on international students. Use ASA’s Action Center to submit your public comment by 9/29. bit.ly/ASAaction
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Support your international colleagues by leaving an opposing comment by September 29: www.regulations.gov/document/ICE.... Your voice matters!
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Transnational Asian/America Mini-Conference 2.0 Call for Papers: This Mini-Conference will align with the 2026 ESS theme of world-making, inviting papers that challenge traditional Asian/America narratives and highlight transnational views in struggles, constraints, transformations, and repair.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
The AAAS SocSci Caucus is pleased to announce a call for nominations for three article awards: Outstanding Graduate Student Research Article, Outstanding Emerging Scholar Research Article, and Outstanding Tenured Faculty Research Article.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
The Summer/Fall 2025 Newsletter is now live! Major thanks to the Caucus Secretary, Yvonne Kwan, for putting the newsletter together. Please be sure to send kudos to your friends and colleagues for their accomplishments! www.canva.com/design/DAGx3...
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Qing Tingting Liu @bardjester.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
I’ve recently started as the Research Coordinator for the @aaas-socsci.bsky.social , and we’re looking for volunteers to serve on the selection committee for either the Outstanding Graduate Student / Faculty Research Award. If you’re interested, please feel free to reach out at tliu20@albany.edu.
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
We also invite you to join one of our two online writing groups for Fall 2025! To receive the zoom links and additional details, please email our mentoring coordinators, Xuemei Cao (xcao@bentley.edu) and Carolyn Choi (cc0645@princeton.edu).
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
Hi everyone, the 2026 AAAS Honolulu CFP is Live! Proposals will be accepted until October 7, 3:00 AM Hawaiian Standard Time. You can find more information about the CFP at aaastudies.org/conference/p....
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Conference Proposal Submission Guidelines - Association for Asian American Studies
The Association for Asian American Studies was founded in 1979 for the purpose of advancing the highest professional standard of excellence in teaching and research in the field of Asian American Stud...
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
On the job market and researching Asia or Asian America? We’d love to spotlight your work and cheer you on! Please share your name, photo, social media handle (Facebook/Bluesky), institutional affiliation, current position, research interests, (1/2)
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
🌟On the Market Spotlight🌟 🧑‍🏫Meet Olivia Hu @oliviayhu.bsky.social, postdoc with the Program on Race, Science, and Society at UPenn 🔬Research interests: Race & Ethnicity, Gender, Sexualities, Family, Immigration, Intersectionality, Culture, Asian American Studies, Qualitative Methods
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Weirong Guo @weirongguo.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Excited to share that a chapter from my dissertation on political avoidance among migrants has just been published in Social Forces. doi.org/10.1093/sf/s.... I’ve had the honor of receiving tremendously helpful feedback from many people and engaging with the work of many scholars I deeply admire.
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Echoes of silence: how student migrants navigate political taboos across borders
Abstract. People migrate from authoritarian to democratic regimes seeking greater freedom of expression, yet many continue to avoid politics in their host
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
Our caucus held the first council meeting of the new academic year, discussing AAAS meeting preparation in Honolulu (local events coordinator needed!), the upcoming newsletter, budget update, article award committees, mentorship programs, and social media visibility. Consider becoming a paid member!
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AAAS Social Science Caucus @aaas-socsci.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
Job 🚨 postdoc fellowship at NUS
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Qing Tingting Liu @bardjester.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
New Publication in Mobilities: "Disenchantment, disembedding, and reembedding: Chinese working holiday makers and the remaking of individual biography." 📖 Read the article here: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/6EDRY... 📄 PDF version: drive.google.com/file/d/1vOmV...
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