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Excerpt: Brandeis University President Jehuda Reinharz on the purpose of a liberal arts education. (2 min., 30 sec.)

For Universities, A Major 21st Century Role

In India, top American educator argues that the classic liberal arts education is now more relevant than ever. more
One of Vicky Roy's images from the exhibition WTC: Now. (Vicky Roy/Wilhelm & Karl Maybach Foundation)

In Mumbai, A Fresh Take on Ground Zero

Photographer Vicky Roy offers a unique Indian perspective on the rebuilding of the World Trade Center. more
Australia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Stephen Smith speaks at Asia Society India Centre. (Asia Society India Centre)

A Convergence of Interests

Stephen Smith speaks on fostering India-Australia bilateral relations. more
Ambassasor John D. Negroponte speaking in Mumbai on Sept. 9, 2009. (Madeline Gressel, Asia Society India Centre)

A Reset Button for Asia

Career diplomat predicts seismic shift away from the US's traditionally Euro-centric foreign policy. more
Chinese President Hu Jintao (L) is helped with his headphone next to Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh (R) at the G8 Summit meeting in Sapporo, Japan on July 8, 2008. (Jewel Samad/AFP/Getty Images)

New Global Leaders, New Leadership Models?

Asia Society President Vishakha Desai discusses the necessity of learning from Indian and Chinese approaches to power. more
Stolen Life, dir. Li Shaohong. China, 2005. Screens Aug. 20. (Global Film Initiative)

'Look East!' Contemporary Asian Films Series

An adventurous new series caters to audiences curious about films from outside India and the US. more
Steve Howard, CEO of the Climate Group, and Meera Sanyal, Country Head RBS, speaking in Mumbai on July 20, 2009. (Asia Society India Centre)

Pasta and Potato Chips for Climate Change

Small steps taken by food manufacturers are signs that businesses are slowly beginning to "go green," say panelists. more
American author and environmentalist Bill McKibben spoke in Mumbai on July 30, 2009.

Bill McKibben: Climate Change Is an Indian Problem Too

Noted environmentalist says India's exasperation with the US is justified. more
Chaitanya Sambrani speaks at Asia Society India Centre on July 22, 2009. (Asia Society India Centre)

Defining Contemporary Asian Art

Art historian Chaitanya Sambrani offers some criteria for defining, and assessing, contemporary Asian art. more
The Cult of the Luxury Brand by Radha Chadha and Paul Husband.

Asia and the Cult of the Luxury Brand

In much of Asia, if you've got it, flaunt it. And even if you haven't got it, you better get it and then flaunt it. more