Activity Type:
Lecture
Presenter:
Dr. William Farrell, Adjunct Professor at the Naval War College and Former Chairman of the National Association of Japan-America Societies
Date:
Thursday, November 29, 2012 - 12:00 to 13:00
Event Status:
As Scheduled
Location:
209 Mervis Hall
Join us for an informative discussion on the history of U.S. involvement with Japan, the U.S.’ current “Asia Pivot” and the future of U.S.-Japan relations! Pizza will be served.
Dr. William Farrell served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years, and was stationed in Japan for six years as a commissioned officer. After the Air Force, he worked as Executive Director of the American Chamber of Commerce in Tokyo and as Chairman of an Asian-focused consulting company. In June 2012, he was awarded the Imperial Order of the Rising Sun with Gold Rays by the Japanese government for his work to promote strong relations between the U.S. and Japan.
UCIS Unit:
Asian Studies Center
International Business Center
Non-University Sponsors:
Katz Graduate School of Business
Japan Iron and Steel Federation Endowment
Japan America Society of Pennsylvania
World Regions:
Asia
East Asia