Registration Now Open for Asia Society's 2019 Summer Youth Programs
Summer 2019 at Asia Society Texas Center will feature five weeks of ExploreAsia summer camps and three weeks of the Young Leaders Institute for high school students.
In Asia Society's seventh year of ExploreAsia Culture Camp for Kids, students embark on hands-on programs delving into Asian traditions, art, and culture. Five different sessions are offered Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Registration is open, with early bird pricing available through March 31. Additionally this summer, Asia Society is pleased to offer aftercare Monday–Friday, 3–5:30 p.m.
See photos from 2018's ExploreAsia summer camps.
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Magical Kamishibai |
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Video Game Maker with Writers in the Schools (WITS) Digital |
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Manga Pop! |
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Amazing Asian Eats |
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K-pop Spectacular |
Young Leaders Institute begins today, but please use caution on the roads, due to the weather. Late arrival times will be accepted, to accommodate students' safety.
The Young Leaders Institute (YLI) is a week-long program designed to prepare high school students for leadership in a globally interconnected society. Over 120 students have benefited from YLI, which is now entering its fourth year. This summer's topics are U.S.–China Relations, the Middle East, and Energy and Security.
DEADLINE EXTENSION: Applications for the Middle East and Energy and Security sessions are due Friday, May 31. It is free to apply; however, a $50 participation fee (per week) will be due upon acceptance into the Institute.
Read about the Young Leaders Institute's 2018 sessions.
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Session 1: U.S.-China Relations |
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Session 2: Middle East |
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Session 3: Energy and Security |
About Asia Society Texas Center
With 13 locations throughout the world, Asia Society is the leading educational organization promoting mutual understanding and strengthening partnerships among the peoples, leaders, and institutions of Asia and West. Asia Society Texas Center executes the global mission with a local focus, enriching and engaging the vast diversity of Houston through innovative, relevant programs in arts and culture, business and policy, education, and community outreach.