EALC Graduate Orientation

1. EALC Graduate Orientation WELCOME!! August 9, 2012 East Asian Languages and Cultures Indiana University

2. DepartmentChair Professor Natsuko Tsujimura (Japanese Linguistics) Goodbody Hall 247

3. Director of Graduate Studies Bob Eno (Chinese intellectual history) Goodbody Hall 328

4. Graduate Secretary Erin Garcia Goodbody Hall 230

5. Other EALC staff Deb Speer Office Manager & Fiscal Officer Goodbody Hall 248 Rachel Gray Receptionist & Administrative Assistant Goodbody Hall 250 (main office)

6. Who You Are • Alex Burch • Yanfei Chen • Tiphani Dixon • Misato Hiraga • Daniel Idziak • Chelsea Liddell • Xiaosu Xue • Xiaomeng Zhang • Huiqi Zhou

7. Where You Are • Indiana University, Bloomington

9. Department of East Asian Languages and CulturesEALC • Founded in 1962 • as East Asian Languages & Literatures (EALL) Our 50th Anniversary! • Changes to EALC in 1975 • Focal department for all East Asian studies faculty

10. “Greater” EALC FI Folk & Ethno Business BH Education WH History Sociology Comp Lit Poli Sci SB Anthropology SY Rel. Studies Goodbody Hall EALC CEUS 800 E. 3rd Comm & Cult

11. Chinese Flagship (Eigenmann Hall) Research Center for Chinese Politics and Business (Woodburn Hall) EALC – Goodbody Hall East Asian Studies Center (Memorial Hall)

12. EALC Degree Programs • Undergraduate: B.A. • Graduate: • MA in Chinese / Japanese • Language Pedagogy Track • Chinese Flagship Track • MA in East Asian Studies (EAS - C / J / K focus) • Joint/Dual MAs (with EAS): MA/MPA; MA/MBA • Ph.D. in Chinese / Japanese

13. General Requirements • Degree completion within 5 consecutive years • Excluding joint/dual degrees (within 6 years) • Total credit hours: 30 (for all MA tracks) • Exception EAS/MPA: 24 • Language requirement (varies with degree track) • placement test is required • placement must be observed • Final project: thesis / essay / pedagogy project • Maintain 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)

14. Transfer Credits • Up to 8 credit hours from another institution • Grade of B or higher • Requires faculty evaluation and approval

15. Full-Time Status(generally required for financial aid) • 8 hours • 6 hours – Associate Instructors (AIs)

16. MA in Chinese or Japanese30 total hours A. 20 hours - “C/J courses” - C511/J511 - 2 additional courses at/above 500-level (not C533/534) e.g., EALC C506; J506 B. 10 hours – elective courses; e.g., EALC E505 (8 topic options Fall ‘12); REL R554: FOLK F600 - Thesis (C701, J701) or Essay (E597): 1 - 4 cr. Note: Taking credits for project not required (most students take them) C. Language completion of 4th level - 1st/2nd year do not count - 3rd/4th: count for a. or b. (but not as 500-level) [2nd EA lang. at 3rd yr level or above may also count for A. or B.] (Red = courses offered Fall 2012) Why the focus on 500/600-level courses? Old system: 300/400 level courses could be for undergraduate or graduate courses. New system: only 500+ for graduates but old courses allowed to keep their old numbers, so a few 300/400 courses do still count for graduate credit, e.g., POLS Y334.

17. MA in C/J: Language Pedagogy Track 30 total hours A. 20 hours – Required Courses: Chinese: C525, C535; C527; C506 or C507; (C520) Japanese: J520, J525, J527; J506 or J507 – Plus 8 more credits from available C or J courses B. 10 hours – non- C or J electives e.g. EALC E505 (8 topic options Fall ‘12), EDUC L630, SLS S532 - Master’s Pedagogy Project (C598, J598) 1-4cr. Note: Taking credits for project not required (most students take them) C. Language completion of 4th level - 1st/2nd – year do not count - 3rd/4th year may count for A. or B. (but not as 500-level)

18. MA in C/J – Chinese Flagship Track 30 total hours A. 20 hours of Chinese (C- prefixed courses) –During yr. 1: 18-24 credits, inc. C557 and/or C567 –During yr. 2: 4-month internship in China (EALC C599) and one semester courses at Nanjing University B. Master’s Project: Enroll in EALC C597 during internship C. Language Completion of fifth-year level - 1st /2nd yr do not count - 3rd /4th yr do count

19. MA – East Asian Studies (EAS)30 total hours A. 20 hours - “culture & area courses” - 3 courses above 500-level MANY OPTIONS B. 10 hours – elective MANY OPTIONS - Thesis (E700) or Essay (E597): 1-4cr. Note: Taking credits for project not required (most students take them) C. Language Completion 3rd yr. level - 1st/2nd year do not count - 3rd/4th year count for b.

20. Joint MA – MA/MPAEALC requirements (see also SPEA requirements) A. 24 hours -Including: 3 social science courses 2 history 1 humanities -Ordinarily, at least 18 of these 24 credits would be drawn from the list of “Culture & Area Courses” -3 courses must be at 500-level or above -Thesis (E700) or essay (E597): 1-3cr. B. Language Completion of 3rd yr level - 1st /2nd yr: do not count - 3rd /4th yr: count (but not as 500-level)

21. Dual MA – MA/MBAEALC requirements (see also Kelley School requirements) A. 30 hours - Including: 3 social science courses 2 history 1 humanities - Ordinarily, at least 18 credits would be drawn from the list of “Culture & Area Courses” - 3 courses must be at 500-level or above - up to 6 hrs. may be Business courses (with approval) - Thesis (E700) or essay (E597): 1-4cr. B. Language Completion of 3rd yr level - 1st /2nd yr: do not count - 3rd /4th yr: count (but not as 500-level)

22. Where to get authoritative information on rules & requirements • University Graduate School Academic Bulletin • “General Requirements for Advanced Degrees” • Policies & Procedures/Degree Requirements tabs • “East Asian Languages and Cultures Department” Section • EALC Handbook for MA Students (hardcopy & online) http://www.indiana.edu/~ealc/ Any divergence requires faculty advisor and DGS permission.

23. The issue of academic honesty • Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct http://www.iu.edu/~code/bloomington/index.shtml • Plagiarism & academic dishonesty • Definition • Consequences

24. Master’s Research Projects • Master’s research project • Major aspect of MA degree requirements • Be thinking from the day you begin class about potential research topics • Project normally conceived by the end of your first year; committee in place by beginning of second year

25. Master’s Research Projects Three possible project types depending on program and track: • Thesis • Original, scholarly work, demonstrating research skills for advanced (Ph.D.) work • Essay • Critical evaluation of scholarly literature in the field • Pedagogy project • Critical evaluation of empirical/methodological work • Development of teaching tools

26. Master’s Projects: Committees and Timing • Committee of 3 Readers: • Your faculty advisor and two additional readers • Likely topic (or topics) should be identified by the end of the 1st year • Procedure for Approval of Project must be completed Project approval form (includes committee list, committee signatures, a project description) One-page proposal draft before you approach second & third committee members ..

27. Helpful Hints • Language Testing • Almost everyone tests lower than they think they will! • Our tests are geared toward our specific curriculum and designed to pinpoint where you fit in here at IUB! Don’t despair! • Study Space • Find your niche! There are quiet spaces all over campus in all of our many libraries to take advantage of that can offer a quiet environment to study in. http://www.libraries.iub.edu/index.php?pageId=11 • Cars, Bikes, Busses, and Parking • Cars are not ideal for students on campus! Parking is hard to find and tickets and towing charges add up fast! • Bus rides are free to students this includes campus and city routes. Your Student ID card is your Bus Pass. • If you still want to bring a car you will need to see parking operations http://www.parking.indiana.edufor a permit. • Bikes are popular, fast, and healthy and Bloomington is a Bike Friendly City. However, you still want to observe traffic laws and be careful when riding.

28. Helpful Hints • Register for Classes • After you have met with the DGS and turned in your progress sheet to me (Erin ) you should register ASAP so you can get your Student ID Card. • ID Cards • ID Cards can be obtained in the IMU or Eigenmann Hall (10th and Union) if you need a campus map let me know. • You can use your ID card as a bus pass, library card, and add money for use to purchase food at the food courts etc. and around town at locations that accept Campus Access Cards • You MUST be registered before you can obtain your ID Card! • Books • You can purchase your books at the IU Bookstore located in the IMU or at TIS. You will probably need to visit both locations to acquire them all.

29. Bloomington and Beyond • Bloomington and Beyond • IU Art Museum • Mathers Museum • Bryan Park • Lake Monroe • Oliver Winery • Lotus Festival, 4th Street Festival • Jacobs School Of Music Events, Operas, Ballets • Ruth N Halls Theatre • Downtown-Art, Food, Handmade shops • IU Auditorium Events/Shows/Concerts • IU Football, Soccer, Basketball • Events Calendar Link https://onestart.iu.edu/ccl-prd/events/view?type=day&pubCalId=GRP1445

30. Bloomington and Beyond • Indianapolis • Eiteljorg Museum, Zoo, Colts, IMA, Indians, Pacers, Children’s Museum, Motor Speedway/Museum, Concerts • Brown County • Artist Galleries, 200 Unique Shops, Restaurants, Foliage, TC Steele Site

31. IU Auditorium (Concerts; Shows)

32. Downtown Bloomington

33. Academic Advising and Evaluation of “Progress Toward Completion” Advising driven by: • Your Individual Faculty Advisor • Director of Graduate Studies

34. Academic Advising and Evaluation of “Progress Toward Completion” Two main components of Advising Procedures (after your initial session at the beginning of this term, with DGS) 1. Fall and Spring advising sessions with individual faculty advisor - These must be completed, with forms filled out, before your “registration hold” is removed - You must make the appointments with faculty advisor 2. Annual Review of all Grad Students 1. Faculty advisors write assessment of progress 2. Student self-evaluation of progress 3. Review of reports by DGS and Graduate Staff (Erin Garcia) 4. Follow up by DGS, staff, and advisor with student, identification of potential problems; notification of warnings and probations, etc. MOST STUDENTS DO STAY ON TRACK

35. Successful Strategies&Ways to Get Yourself into Hot Water • Graduate School is professional training • Take responsibility for your progress • Ask for help when you need it

36. Success vs. Hot Water • Graduate program grade expectations: Minimum GPA 3.0 (B) far below actual expectations Graduate grading scale is very high A : Very good work A- : Good B+ : Satisfactory, with some concern B : Cause for concern B- : Major problems • For the Graduate School at IU At least a “C” for credit

37. Successful Hot Water Along the Way 1. Keep in touch with your advisor and initiate your Fall/Spring advising sessions 1. Hope that everything will work out and that your advisor will sign your form at the last minute

38. 2. Think about your progress and provide a good and timely assessment on your annual review 2. Just focus on day-to-day assignments and assume that the annual assessment isn’t really important

39. 3. Start thinking about your Master’s project early, and begin speaking to possible committee members about topics by the end Spring term. 3. Decide that your Master’s project idea will come to you without effort, and put it off as you wait for inspiration.

40. 4. If you encounter problems, talk to your teachers, advisors, or the DGS to get support. Check in regularly with Erin Garcia. Be visible. 4. Avoid letting anyone know if you’re having problems. Ignore them or postpone dealing with them. Be invisible

41. Graduate Student & Intellectual Community • EALC Graduate Student Association • Representative function • Organizational meeting early in the term • Interaction with other students • Often your best resource • Attend departmental events! • Parties once a term (with EASC) • Special lectures (job searches)

42. East Asian Studies CenterColloquium Series • Fridays, 12:00-1:15, about every two weeks Usually in Ballantine Hall 104 • Local faculty & PhD students • Invited specialists from other schools & countries • China / Japan / Korea • All periods and disciplines

43. Larger IU Bloomington community • GPSO • Graduate & Professional Student Association • Role in campus governance • Representation for graduate students • Services for graduate students

44. Thursday, August 16th—Get Oriented @ IU Information Fair • 2–4pm Herman B Wells Library, main lobby • Learn about campus and community organizations, enjoy refreshments and library tours, and meet and network with incoming students Friday, August 17th—Q & A on Student Insurance Plans • 2-4pm Herman B Wells Library • Sessions begin at 2pm and 3pm in room E-174 (Media Room) Friday, August 17th—Graduate Student Social Hour at FARM • free appetizers • 7-9pm Farm Restaurant (108 E. Kirkwood) in the Root Cellar Sunday, August 19th—New Graduate and Professional Student FREE Lunch • 2-4 pm Bryan Park (Woodlawn Picnic Shelter) Free, family-friendly event for IUB graduate students. • Food provided by the GPSO!

45. Today’s EALC schedule • Sign up for tomorrow’s advising session with DGS • Your hosts for lunch: continuing EALC students • Jingjing Cai • Jude Coulter-Pultz • Anthony Ross • Lunch at the Chow Bar Restaurant • Language placement tests • (meet in Goodbody 201 at 2:00)

46. Graduate Study Goals • Learn how to apply critical thinking in specialized contexts • Become accustomed to hard thought and work on your own initiative • Determine your career path and master the specific tools you’ll need • Learn to communicate on all levels with others pursuing academic/professional careers Have fun!