Year: 2023

Anaheim University’s Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute Launches Bachelor’s in Film & Entertainment in Hollywood

Anaheim University’s Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute proudly hosted a one-of-a-kind event, Tokyo Pop Revisited, a celebration of the groundbreaking 1988 film Tokyo Pop, directed by Fran Rubel Kuzui, along with a VIP reception for the launch of the Anaheim University Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute’s first degree program. This special event took place at two iconic venues: the Japan Foreign Ministry’s Japan House Los Angeles and the historic TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, August 8, 2023 Locations: Japan House Los Angeles: 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 TCL Chinese Theatre: 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 Tokyo Pop Revisited included: Exclusive Screening at TCL Chinese Theatre As a tribute to the film Tokyo Pop and its star, the late Carrie Hamilton, Anaheim University hosted a special screening of the new restoration. Attendees experienced this unique fusion of Japanese and American independent cinema symbolized in the film at the legendary TCL Chinese Theatre. This exclusive presentation allowed audiences to revisit the film that captured the spirit of 1980s cross-cultural creativity and inspired countless artists and filmmakers. Tokyo Pop was restored in 4K by IndieCollect, in association with the Academy Film Archive with funding from Dolly Parton, Carol Burnett, the HFPA Trust, and donors to IndieCollect’s Jane Fonda Fund for Women Directors by Jane Fonda, Dolly Parton, and Carol Burnett.  After-Screening Reception at Japan House Los Angeles Following the movie screening, a reception was held at Japan House Los Angeles, where attendees enjoyed a memorable evening of celebration. Carol Burnett, the guest of honor, announced the launch of Anaheim University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Communication degree program with a concentration in Film & Entertainment, offered through the Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute, named in her late daughter’s honor. Director Fran Rubel Kuzui participated in an in-depth Q & A about the cultural impact of Tokyo Pop and its role in bridging East and West through music and film. Attendees gained behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the movie and its enduring legacy in global pop culture. The reception featured a special musical performance by Carrie’s Tokyo Pop co-star Tadakoro Yutaka and American Idol alum Ava August. Legendary rock photographer Bob Gruen, who took photos during the filming of Tokyo Pop, spoke about his relationship with Carrie Hamilton, sharing heartfelt anecdotes and his experience documenting the iconic moments of the film. About the Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute The Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute, part of Anaheim University, was established to honor the legacy of actress, writer, and director Carrie Hamilton. The institute promotes cross-cultural understanding through entertainment, education, and the arts, fostering creativity and dialogue among global audiences. About Tokyo Pop Originally released in 1988, Tokyo Pop tells the story of a young American singer, portrayed by Carrie Hamilton, who travels to Tokyo in search of stardom and discovers a vibrant music scene, romance, and the challenges of cross-cultural exchange. The film’s unique narrative and lively soundtrack have cemented its status as a cult classic. About Carol Burnett Carol Burnett, mother of Tokyo Pop star, Carrie Hamilton, is an award-winning American actress, comedian, singer, and writer. The Carol Burnett Show was one of the longest-running variety shows in television history and at the time was one of the only variety shows with a female star. Her exceptional talent and quick wit have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry for over six decades. Throughout her illustrious career, Carol Burnett has amassed a multitude of honors and accolades, including six Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, a Grammy Award, and seven Golden Globe Awards. In 2005, she was bestowed with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States, in recognition of her remarkable achievements. In 2013, she was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, an esteemed accolade celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to American comedy. Furthermore, in 2015, the Screen Actors Guild acknowledged her outstanding career by presenting her with the Life Achievement Award and in 2019, the Golden Globes named an award after her for career achievement in television, the Carol Burnett Award, with Carol receiving the first award. On April 26, 2023, she was honored with an NBC special Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love celebrating her 90th birthday. Hailing from San Antonio, Texas, Burnett’s journey to stardom began in the 1950s when she moved to New York City to pursue a career in acting. She gained recognition for her appearances on various television shows, including “The Garry Moore Show,” where her comedic skills and ability to portray a wide range of characters quickly captivated audiences. In 1967, Burnett launched her own highly successful variety series, “The Carol Burnett Show,” which became one of the most beloved and longest-running shows in television history. The show, which ran for 11 years, featured a mix of sketch comedy, musical numbers, and memorable characters. Burnett’s brilliant comedic timing, improvisational skills, and infectious laughter endeared her to millions of viewers worldwide. Carol Burnett has also excelled on the stage and in film. She received critical acclaim for her performances in Broadway productions such as “Once Upon a Mattress” and “Moon Over Buffalo,” as well as her film roles in “The Four Seasons” and “Annie.” Her extraordinary talent, versatility, and genuine charm have solidified her as one of the greatest comedic legends of all time, and her legacy will undoubtedly continue to shine brightly for years to come. About Fran Rubel Kuzui Fran Rubel Kuzui has made a home for herself in every conceivable corner of the film world as a director, writer, producer, and distributor. After receiving an MA in film from New York University she was an Associate Producer at PBS and then worked as a Script Supervisor out of New York for over ten years. Fran first entered the spotlight by writing and directing the film Tokyo Pop, one of the hits of the 1988 Cannes Film Festival. She went on to direct Buffy the

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Open TESOL Conference & Anaheim University 2022 TESOL Residential Session

Anaheim University will hold an online Open TESOL Conference on Sat. Aug. 6th PDT open to the public at no charge. The Anaheim University 2022 TESOL Residential Session will be held online from Thursday, August 4th to Saturday, August 6th, 2022 PDT for Anaheim University TESOL students and graduates. AU TESOL graduates may register to attend up to 2 of the non-public sessions at no charge. The sessions will be led by Anaheim University’s distinguished TESOL faculty and guest speakers, including: Dr. Masatoshi Sato, Anaheim University TESOL Professor Dr. Rod Ellis, Anaheim University Senior TESOL Professor & Founding Department Chair Dr. Sandra McKay, Anaheim University TESOL Professor Dr. David Nunan, David Nunan TESOL Institute Director & founding Dean of the Anaheim University Graduate School of Education The online residential session is part of Anaheim University’s online graduate degree programs in TESOL: Online Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MA in TESOL) Online Doctor of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Ed.D. in TESOL) Tentative 3-Day Schedule (Subject to change)  All times are Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). Click here for a World Time Converter.  * Session Numbers 10, 11, 12 & 13 in red are open to the public at no charge. Abstracts What has meta-analysis taught us about SLA? A bird’s eye viewLuke Plonsky, Ph.D. Research synthesis and meta-analysis (RS/MA) comprise a powerful means of aggregating empirical findings and advancing knowledge within a given research domain. RS/MA also provide secondary researchers with a number of benefits that improve upon traditional reviews. Consequently, the field of instructed second language acquisition (ISLA) has turned increasingly to meta-analysis as the preferred means to provide stable syntheses of empirical findings of a given set of questions. This talk takes a bird’s-eye view on the field of ISLA by considering what we can learn about second language (L2) learning and teaching from the large and growing body of meta-analyses in this domain. In particular, we will discuss the effectiveness of L2 instruction as observed in the contexts of L2 grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and pragmatics and others. In addition to exploring overall effects in these domains, we will also consider a range of moderators that explain systematic variability in observed effects. Practical implications will also be discussed. The roles of language proficiency and study abroad in Japanese students’ receptive pragmatic competenceRod Ellis, Ph.D. Click here for Bio This study investigated the pragmatic competence of 50 Japanese English major students, divided into two groups, one of which participated in a study abroad (SA) program and the other stayed at home (AH) taking normal university classes. Two novel tests were used to measure two aspects of the students’ pragmatic competence. The Irony Test measured their ability to identify negative and positive irony. The Metapragmatic Test measured their ability to identify inappropriate speech acts and their understanding of why they were inappropriate. Results showed that, compared to a group of native speakers, the students had difficulty in identifying both irony—especially positive irony—and speech act inappropriateness. The students’ language proficiency was related to their metapragmatic ability but not to their ability to detect irony. A comparison of the SA and AH students revealed a small advantage for the former in the Metapragmatic Test but not in the Irony Test. Supporting language learners’ autonomy beyond the classroom: Options for research and practiceJo Mynard, Ph.D. Click here for Bio In this session, we will look at ways that language learners can be supported outside the language classroom in terms of opportunities, resources, and linguistic and personal support (Mynard & Shelton-Strong, 2022a/b). Common practices in our field include the provision of self-access facilities, events and learning communities, peer support systems (Peeters & Mynard, 2021), and skills practice centers. However, in order for these resources and opportunities to be meaningful, learners need to be able to take charge of their overall learning process by planning, monitoring and evaluating their learning and managing their motivation as well as their affective and social processes. Much of this awareness raising can start within the classroom, but learners will also need individualised support outside the classroom (Kato & Mynard, 2016, 2022; Mynard & Kato, 2022). We will look at the role that advising in language learning (ALL) plays in this process i.e., the intentional use of reflective dialogue that helps learners to develop their autonomy. Finally, we will look at ways these outside-class support services can be researched. Using Technology to Motivate LearnersHayo Reinders, Ph.D. Click here for Bio What stays the same when everything changes? One of the most profound and perennial challenges language teachers face is how to best engage learners in the language learning experience. Rapidly and regularly changing learning environments, assessment processes and instructional practices can challenge learners in finding and expressing their voice but also offer opportunities for teachers to draw on the affordances of the increased range of educational tools and settings available to them to open up new ways to encourage learner participation. In this practical talk I will draw on three decades of best practice in online, blended and hybrid learning to share recommendations for turning the potential downsides of our changing situations into likely benefits for improving our teaching by encouraging greater learner participation and interaction. Specifically, we will look at ways in which technology can provide more agency to both teachers and learners alike and support language learning beyond the classroom. Memories from the Classroom: Outstanding Teachers’ Recollections of Their Own TeachersKathleen Bailey, Ph.D. Thinking back on your own life as a student, do you remember a teacher who particularly inspired and encouraged you? Was there someone who had a positive influence on you when you were young, who may have even helped lead you to your career as an educator? And conversely, did you know a teacher who discouraged you – who made you feel, at some point in your schooling, that you were not capable of accomplishing very much? Decades of research have shown (not surprisingly) that teachers are a major factor in students’

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The Anaheim University Akio Morita School of Business Presents: Gene Hsu “Doing Business in China”

Anaheim University is excited to announce our next Guest Speaker, China Cross-Cultural Business Expert Gene Hsu, who will be speaking on “Doing Business in China” followed by Q & A with students and alumni on Friday, May 19, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm PDT (California time) Gene Hsu specializes in the complex negotiations with Chinese counterparts, mediation, and conflict resolution. He coaches executives to fulfill their strategic objectives in China with Chinese stakeholders, partners, and employees. He also develops customized training workshops and cultural immersion experiences to prepare anyone for the cultural challenges of doing business in China and with Chinese counterparts. Anaheim University students and alumni are invited to join us for this special online event. Please RSVP by clicking the link below and we can send you the access information for the session. Please also review his bio and bring your questions for the Q & A portion of the presentation. RSVP Gene Hsu

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The Anaheim University Akira Kurosawa School of Film Presents: Peter Rosenfeld

Anaheim University is excited to announce our next Live from Hollywood Guest Speaker, award-nominated camera & steadicam operator Peter Rosenfeld, who will be sharing his work and doing an online Q & A session with students and alumni on Friday, April 28, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm PDT (California time) Peter has been the camera operator on award-winning movies like “The Social Network”, “Chicago” and “American Sniper” as well as blockbusters like “Spider-Man No Way Home” and “Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”. Among the directors who Peter has operated for are Oliver Stone, Rob Marshall, Clint Eastwood, Jon Watts, Sam Raimi, Nancy Meyers and David Fincher. Early on Peter acquired knowledge working as an editor that would serve him well later as a camera operator. His well-rounded career includes extensive experience shooting news and documentaries, having worked for the BBC and CBC in foreign bureaus such as China and Russia. Peter has covered many of the world’s hot spots and combat zones. He was assigned to Beijing during the Tiananmen Square crackdown, found himself in Baghdad for the first Gulf War and filmed the collapse of the Berlin Wall. He speaks three foreign languages: French, Mandarin and Russian. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter. Anaheim University students and alumni are invited to join us for this special online event. Please RSVP by clicking the link below and we can send you the access information for the session. Please also review his bio and bring your questions for the Q & A portion of the presentation. RSVP Peter Rosenfeld

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Live from Hollywood: Writer & Director Jason Stutter

Anaheim University is excited to announce our next Live from Hollywood Guest Speaker, Jason Stutter, who will be doing an online Q & A from New Zealand with students and alumni on Friday, January 28, 2022 at 6:00 PM California time. Anaheim University students and alumni are invited to join us for this special online event. Please RSVP by clicking the link below and we can send you the access information for the session. Please also review the bio below and bring your questions for the Q & A portion of the presentation. RSVP Jason Stutter Jason Stutter is a New Zealand-based motion picture, television and commercial director, who began his career with cult favorite Tongan Ninja and has directed a number of short movies, including Blood Suckers and Careful With That Axe, the latter winning the Golden Spike Award for best short film at the film festival in Valladolid, Spain. His 2015 film The Dead Room was ranked as one of the top foreign horror films.

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