Oxford University Asia-Pacific Society

Welcome to the Asia-Pacific Society

The Oxford University Asia-Pacific Society (OUAPS) was formed in 1999 and is the largest Asian society in Oxford with over 700 members. Its affiliates and worldwide network span across four continents and thousands of interested parties. The society aims to further an understanding of current issues related to the Asia-Pacific as well as an interest in the political, economic, social and cultural developments in this dynamic region of the world.

The society envisages to present an all-encompassing society which is focused on the Asia-Pacific but in an international context and a global outlook.

Welcome Back!

Spring greetings from the OU Asia-Pacific Society! We hope that you had a wonderful Easter break and are looking forward to another eventful term with OUAPS!

The new term card for Trinity Term 2008 is out, you can follow this for a digital copy.

Speaker Event: Dr Sunny Kotecha

The Oxford University Asia Pacific Society and OxFizz will be co-hosting this event. It will be an invaluable opportunity to understand the way in which you subconsciously present yourself in an interview and the way that you are likely to be perceived because of it.

Dr. Kotecha is Managing Director of Silver Lining Coaching, a company that has worked with Microsoft, KPMG, HSBC and Vodaphone. Having taught Oxford undergraduates and worked in various leadership roles with young people, Sunny made the leap to training in the corporate world. Sunny has extensive experience in coaching and mentoring with organisations including the Windsor Fellowship - and she has previously worked for Goldman Sachs and The Times and she frequently appears on BBC radio. Sunny holds degrees in Experimental Psychology and Sociology from the University of Oxford. Her PhD thesis investigated aspirations and ambitions from a career choice perspective.

|6.5.2008|

Social: Oriental Ball

Date: 23rd Febrauary (Saturday, Week 6)
Venue: Town Hall
Price : GBP 28.00 for members (OUAPS, OXCSSA, OUKS, OUJS), GBP 32.00 for non-members
Dress-code: Black-Tie/Oriental costumes

Fancy mingling mysterious ancient Oriental culture with the glory of the Oxford Town Hall? Eager for a 360-degree experience of Asian performances, cuisines,decorations and dance? The Asia Pacific Society (OUAPS) together with OXCSSA, Oxford University Korea Society, and Oxford University Japan Society, proudly present to you the Oriental Ball 2008. Come and join us in this grand celebration of the rich Asian culture. Highlights of the night include the professional Chinese Orchestra from Cambridge University, the traditional Asian performances from CSSA, Japanese and Korean Embassy and a host of other Asian Societies and the authentic Asian delicacies. The celebration continues with Ballroom and Disco Dancing. You would also enjoy the yummy chocolate fountain, a night of wine, Oriental decoration, traditionally dressed dancing demonstrators, and pre-ball dancing sessions host by Oxford dancing team! Casino is provided for those who want to test their luck! Moreover, lotteries will be drawn that night for 10GBP travel vouchers. Why not expect a happy ending?! From sight through hearing to taste, we have designed the programmes just for you. Our mission? To bring you a taste of Asia while in Oxford. The Oriental Ball is proudly to be endorsed by the famous Malaysian Model Amber Chia.

| 01.02.2008 | Socials |

Speaker Event: Professor Reinhard Drifte

Date of the event: 8pm, Feb 20 Wed 6th week
Venue: Danson Room, Trinity College

Topic of the speech: Japanese-Chinese relations (`Between rivalry and competition`)

Description of the speaker:
Professor Reinhard Drifte is an Emeritus Professor of Newcastle University and a Visiting Research Fellow at London School of Economics. Reinhard Drifte's main research interests are Japan's foreign and security policy, security issues in Northeast Asia, and EU-Northeast Asian relations.

|21.2.2008|

Committee Recruitment

We look for highly motivated individuals who are energetic and enthusiastic about APS. No prior experience is required, but willingness to learn new skills and take on responsibilities is essential. To apply for positions on the APS Committee, please visit http://ouaps.org.uk/comapp.shtml and address all your queries to president@ouaps.org.uk.

| 16.01.2008 |

Join Us! – APS Membership

For those of you who have yet still to join us, this is the best chance to do so! Join APS as a member and you will be entitled to numerous benefits including free admission to our speaker’s events, free or discounted entrance to all of our socials, priority bookings for dinners with guests and career workshops and a very nice membership card.

You can either fill in the attached Membership form and pidge it to Anthony Wong, Exeter College or fill in the online membership form on our website: http://www.ouaps.org.uk/

The membership fees are as follows:

- Lifetime Membership
15 GBP for first year students
12 GBP for second year students
8 GBP for third year, postgraduate and visiting students

- Annual Membership: 8 GBP

| 16.01.2008 |

OUAPS Alumni Database

Dear OUAPS members,

This is a reminder for those who have yet to register as OUAPS Alumni members. It would be great if you can spend a minute to fill in the form on the OUAPS website at http://www.ouaps.org.uk/alumni.shtml with your personal details and contact information.

All details are purely voluntary and kept confidential. Information provided will not be passed onto anyone not working on the database unless permission is given by you.

Thank you for your attention.

| 16.016.2008 |