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Passing on the Bii Biyelgee Dance | Dr. RAPHAËL BLANCHIER

The American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) recently hosted an insightful Speaker Series talk titled “Passing on the Bii Biyelgee Dance: A Relational Approach to Transmission in Intangible Cultural Heritage and Dance” by Dr. Raphaël Blanchier of Université Clermont Auvergne and CNRS-LESC-CREM. Dr. Blanchier’s lecture shed new light on the traditional Bii biyelgee dance of […]

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Bloodletting: An Ancient Nomadic Practice for Contemporary Diseases | DR. NATASHA FIJN

In a recent lecture hosted by the American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS), Assoc. Prof. Natasha Fijn, Director of the Mongolia Institute at the Australian National University (ANU), shed light on the enduring significance of bloodletting in nomadic veterinary traditions and its contemporary relevance. The practice of bloodletting, or tagnai—the withdrawal of blood from the

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PAX MONGOLICA: NEW RESEARCH TRACKS | DR. MARIE FAVEREAU

What do we really know about the Mongol Empire? For many, it evokes images of conquest and devastation. Yet, Dr. Marie Favereau, renowned historian and author, invites us to see a more complex and fascinating picture. As part of the American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) Speaker Series, Dr. Favereau presented her lecture “Pax Mongolica:

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Now Hiring an In-Country Director!

ACMS is seeking an In-Country Director for our Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (“UB”) office who will be responsible for the success and growth of our operations and development in Mongolia. They will manage a team of approximately 4 to 5 full- and part-time Mongolia-based staff members, ensure the smooth execution of existing projects and programs, and will also

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Professor Atwood Illuminates the Secret History of the Mongols at the ACMS Speaker Series

The American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) hosted a captivating lecture by distinguished historian Professor Christopher P. Atwood, drawing a full house of scholars, students, and cultural leaders. Entitled “Translating Empire: The Secret History of the Mongols and the Future of Mongolian Studies,” the event highlighted both the enduring relevance and global academic legacy of

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UPenn Global Seminar Explores Mongolia’s Pastoral Culture, History, and Art

From May 16 to May 23, the ACMS hosted the UPenn Global Seminar in Mongolia for the third consecutive year, welcoming 16 students led by Professor Christopher Atwood. During their stay, the students explored Mongolian pastoral nomadism and examined how Mongolia’s economy, literature, and steppe empires were historically built upon grasslands and livestock. They also

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A lifelong bond with Mongolia: Anita’s journey through books and education

Each spring for more than two decades, Anita Fahrni-Minear has returned to Mongolia not as a tourist, but as a friend, mentor, and quiet force for educational transformation. “It’s very nice to be here again,” Anita shared warmly during our conversation at the ACMS office in Ulaanbaatar. “I’ve been coming every year since 1998, except

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National Museum of Mongolia and ACMS Renew Memorandum of Understanding

The National Museum of Mongolia (NMM) and the American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) have renewed and signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their collaboration. The MOU was officially signed by Dr. B. Sarantuya, Director of the NMM, and M. Davaasuren, Director of Partnerships and Outreach at ACMS. Since its establishment, ACMS

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ACMS Speaker Series | Dr.Otgontugs Banzragch

Speaker: Dr. Otgontugs Banzragch, Professor of Economics at the National University of Mongolia. “CARE ECONOMY IN MONGOLIA” In this engaging session, Dr. Otgontugs delved into the emerging topic of the care economy, offering valuable insights into Mongolia’s unique experiences and perspectives. She also shared her leadership experience in international projects related to the care economy,

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Announcing a New ACMS/WWU Joint Initiative: Алхам алхмаар дөхөх нь / One Steppe Closer

The American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) and Western Washington University (WWU) are pleased to announce the launch of “Алхам алхмаар дөхөх нь: Хил дамнасан хамтын ажиллагаа ба шинэ мэдлэг бүтээхүй  / A Steppe Closer: Cross-Border Collaboration and the Making of New Knowledge,” a joint initiative highlighting international research partnerships between Mongolian scholars and their colleagues abroad. ACMS and WWU

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