Center for Khmer Studies

Did you know? Today, December 2, 2024 marks the 9th Anniversary of Tug of War being recognized by UNESCO. This tradition, deeply rooted in Cambodian culture, embodies themes of unity, strength, and communal solidarity. In November and December, Cambodia celebrates six traditions inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list, reflecting the depth and diversity of Cambodia's cultural heritage. These elements represent artistic cultural expressions and the resilience of communities in preserving their identities. #CKS #CKSLibrary #UNESCOHeritage #CambodianCulture

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐚: From the First World War to the First Indochina War by Ben Kiernan analyzes Cambodia's anti-colonial resistance from post-World War I to the rise of the communist revolution. The article presents the historical context of the Cambodian peasant uprising under French Colonial rule and examines the opposition to oppressive French taxation and labor demands. In addition, the author explores the rise of nationalist movements, highlighting key figures and events that shaped the struggle for independence. To learn more about the intersectional dynamics of class, ethnicity, and nationalism in shaping Cambodia's response to French colonial rule, check out “Anti-Colonial and Civil Conflict in Cambodia: From the First World War to the First Indochina War by Ben Kiernan,” now available online through the CKS Online Library at https://lnkd.in/eizH7uKr . #CKS #CKSLibrary #OnlineResource #Nationalism #CambodianHistory #AntiColonialism #FrenchColonialRule

Application deadlines have been extended for the US and French Scholar Research Fellowships! The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) is pleased to announce that the new deadline for the US Scholar Research Fellowships is December 15, 2024, and the French Scholar Research Fellowships is December 8, 2024. All CKS Fellows will receive direct funding for their research, access to CKS resources, and in-country logistical support and contacts. The CKS library also provides Fellows with free access to JSTOR. For more information about eligibility and to apply, please visit: 🇺🇸 US Scholar Research Fellowships: https://lnkd.in/gdA7TMkx 🇫🇷 French Scholar Research Fellowships: https://lnkd.in/gmtKfcJY #CKS #ResearchFellowship #USScholar #FrenchScholar #ResearchOpportunity #Cambodia #SoutheastAsia

Join us for a month of fun and learning at the CKS Children’s Library! 40 children joined us for a fun-filled day of Jump & Quiz games! This activity helps kids learn and grow and creates a joyful environment for everyone. This program is held every fourth week of the month. Stay tuned for specific dates and times. All children are welcome! Interested guardians, please register the link https://lnkd.in/g3FTyKST or contact us on Telegram: 085 729977 / 095497208 We hope to see you soon at the CKS Children's Library, located at Wat Damnak, Siem Reap. #CKS #CKSLibrary #ChildrenLibrary #ChildrenActivity

Join us to promote the Khmer language and culture! The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) is seeking a Field Coordinator for the Khmer Language and Culture Program (KLCP), running from June 9 to August 1, 2025. This role involves supporting an international academic program focused on Khmer language and culture, including classroom learning and field trips in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. For more details and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/gMNUaHWx  #CKS #JobOpportunity #FieldCoordinator #KhmerLanguage #KhmerCulture #Cambodia

𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚 (𝟏𝟖𝟗𝟕) by Isabelle Massieu is a captivating travelog documenting the observations of a pioneering French woman who journeyed alone through Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Burma, and Laos in 1897. The book includes vivid descriptions of local customs, historical viewpoints, and the social and political transformations occurring under colonial rule, as well as the author's conversations with local people and civil servants regarding public education and the effects of colonial policies, providing a rare glimpse into a region undergoing rapid change. To learn more about Indochina’s long history, tradition, and customs through a French woman's eye, check out Around Southeast Asia (1897) by Isabelle Massieu, now available offline from the Center for Khmer Studies at Wat Damnak in Siem Reap. For more information about the CKS library, please visit https://lnkd.in/dja-XbDg #CKS #CKSLibrary #Travelogue #IndochinaHistory #ColonialSoutheastAsia #Cambodia

Applications are open for the 2025 Khmer Language and Culture Program (KLCP)! The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) invites U.S. and international faculty, post-graduate researchers, and upper-level undergraduates to apply for an eight-week study program in Cambodia. Participants will develop Khmer language skills, gain a deeper understanding of Cambodian culture, and engage in cultural field trips and real-world language practice. Deadline: March 2, 2025 at 11:59 pm (EST US Time) Program Period: June 9 – August 1, 2025 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d6B5tY39 #CKS #KLCP #KhmerLanguage #KhmerCulture #Cambodia

Applications are open for the 2025 Junior Resident Fellows Program (JRFP)! The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) is thrilled to invite undergraduate students and recent graduates from Cambodia, France, and the United States to apply for a six-week fellowship in Cambodia to gain a deeper understanding of Cambodian history, culture, and society while engaging in cross-cultural exchanges. Deadline: March 2, 2025 at 11:59 pm (Eastern US Time) Note: Each country has a different deadline, so please review the details carefully. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g46kCzH #CKS #JRFP #JuniorResidentFellows #YoungResearchers #AcademicFellowship #Cambodia

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐞𝐤𝐨𝐧𝐠, with photography by Joe Garrison and text by Delia Paul, transports readers to the world of the Mekong River and the people whose lives it shapes. Accompanied by a series of photographs, the text highlights daily life in the region and how seasonal tides impact it, as well as the large fishing industry that the river supports. The book also includes photographs of the diverse fish that call the river home and are often caught for food. The book also explores regions of the river less commonly seen by the public eye, such as secluded natural ponds and wide aerial views.    To learn more about daily life for people along the Mekong River and the industry the river sustains, check out The Living Mekong, now available offline from the Center for Khmer Studies at Wat Damnak in Siem Reap. For more information about the CKS library, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dja-XbDg #CKS #CKSLibrary #TheLivingMekong #MekongRiver #NaturePhotography #LifeOnTheMekong #Biodiversity #Conservation #RiverEcosystem #MekongCulture #EnvironmentalStorytelling

Happy Water Festival! The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) extends warm wishes for a joyous Water Festival. May you enjoy a refreshing holiday with family and safe travels during this festive season. *CKS and our library will be closed from November 14 to 16, 2024. Regular operations will resume on November 18, 2024. #CKS #CKSLibrary #WaterFestival