Wherever I am, the world comes after me.
It offers me its busyness. It does not believe that I do not want it.
Now I understand 
why the old poets of China went so far
and high 
into the mountains, then crept into the pale mist.
"The Old Poets of China" by Mary Oliver

The Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman regulars organizes lectures, conferences, and public forums on various issues affecting Asian societies, which are most of the time free and open to the public. Seating, however, is available only on a first-come, first-served basis. But would-be participants are encouraged to sign up. 

The lectures feature experts in various fields of Asian Studies, as well as disciplines, from history, art, political science, and international relations. Click here to view the list of past and upcoming events or sign up for the mailing list to receive invitations. 

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