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Meet New Asia Society President Josette Sheeran in Photos and Videos

Josette Sheeran during an interview near carcasses of animals that died because of drought in Wajir, northeastern Kenya, on July 23, 2011. (WFP/Siegfried Modola)

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One week ago today Asia Society named Josette Sheeran its new president. Sheeran, who takes office June 10, comes to Asia Society from the World Economic Forum, where she served as Vice Chair since 2011.

May 28th by Asia Society | Comments

Asia Society Names Josette Sheeran New President

Policy

Today Asia Society announced the appointment of Josette Sheeran, the Vice Chair of the World Economic Forum, as the seventh president and CEO of the institution. Sheeran will assume the office on June 10.

May 21st by Asia Society | Comments

Asia Society Online Looking for Summer 2013 Interns

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Check out these exciting Summer 2013 internship opportunities with the online team at Asia Society's New York headquarters.

April 8th by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Remembering 'Iconic' Beate Sirota Gordon, 1923-2012

Beate Sirota Gordon in the Asia Society New York auditorium in 1987. (Mark Stern)

Arts

From 1970 to 1991, Gordon served as Asia Society's director of performing arts and then later director of performances, films and lectures. But Asia Society was just one chapter in a remarkable life.

January 2nd by Dan Washburn | Comments

Asia Society Online Looking for Spring 2013 Interns

An intern cubicle on the 7th floor by the online team at Asia Society New York. (Tahiat Mahboob)

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Check out these exciting Spring 2013 internship opportunities with the online team at Asia Society's New York headquarters.

January 2nd by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Asia Society Remembers India's Musical Giant Ravi Shankar, 1920-2012

Indian musician Ravi Shankar salutes the audience as he performs on June 4, 2008 during a concert at London's Barbican centre. (Shaun Curry/AFP/Getty Images)

Arts

India's premier musical ambassador, who had a long history with our organization, passed away on Tuesday.

December 12th by Asia Society | Comments

A Farewell Message From Outgoing Asia Society President Vishakha Desai [Video]

Asia Society President Vishakha Desai's final day at Asia Society is August 29, 2012. She joined the organization 22 years ago.

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On her final day at Asia Society, outgoing president Vishakha Desai looks back on her 22-year tenure with the organization.

August 30th by Vishakha N. Desai | Comments

Asia Society Online is Looking for Interns

One of the many intern cubicles located around Asia Society New York headquarters. This one happens to be on the 7th floor by the online team. (Tahiat Mahboob)

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Check out these exciting Fall 2012 internship opportunities with the online team at Asia Society's New York headquarters.

August 21st by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

The Best Way to View Asia Society Content on Your Mobile Device

Google Currents allows you to view Asia Society blog posts and videos on your iPhone, iPad or Android device.

Lifestyle

Asia Blog now has its very own mobile edition, designed specifically for use on iPads, iPhones and Android devices. Google Currents offers mobile users an easy and convenient way to view Asia Society blog posts and videos.

May 15th by Dan Washburn | Comments

Asia Society President Vishakha Desai to Step Down

Arts

In a private staff meeting Tuesday at Asia Society New York, Vishakha Desai, president of the global non-profit organization since 2004, announced plans to leave Asia Society and pursue other professional opportunities.

May 9th by Asia Society | Comments