Supporting Scholars, Bridging Cultures
Supporting Scholars, Bridging Cultures
The American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) is a non-profit educational organization that supports the development of Mongolian Studies and academic exchanges with Inner Asia.
Visit Mongolia
With the lowest population density of any country on earth, Mongolia has plenty of room to explore. We can help with:
- Mongolian Language Learning
- Summer Field School
- Intensive Summer Mongolian Language Program each summer
- Group Tours in Mongolia
- Conferences and Events for schools, non-profits and government ministries
- Any Questions you might have.
Fellowships
Our office in Ulaanbaatar offers a variety of fellowships and programs for emerging scholars including:
Mongolian Studies
Our main office in Ulaanbaatar includes a Research Library where members can loan books and access JSTOR. We also offer:
- a regular Virtual Speaker Series that highlights current academic research projects
- Free Online Mongolian Studies Courses for scholars and lifelong learners
- Monthly e-newsletter This Month in Mongolian Studies
- Resources such as Inner Asia Digital Archive and Rental Field Equipment from Bruce Morrison Lab
Recent News
Mongolia-U.S. National Civil Engagement Program (MUNCEP) Webinar
The American Center for Mongolian Studies is pleased to be hosting an informational webinar to promote the US-Asia Institute's 2024 Mongolian US National Civic Engagement Program. The meeting is open ...
Read More Dr. Bolortsetseg Minjin Stepping Down as ACMS Executive Director
Dr. Bolortsetseg Minjin Stepping Down as ACMS Executive Director Dr. Bolortsetseg (Bolor) Minjin, ACMS Executive Director since the fall of 2020, will be departing her current role as of October ...
Read More Announcement of the new ACMS Resident Director
New Resident Director - Dr. Isaac Hart The American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS) is pleased to announce that Dr. Issac Hart has agreed to serve as the new Resident Director in ...
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Recent Research Notes
Ethnoarchaeology of Mongolian Hide and Fiber Crafts
Author: Kristen Pearson | Mongolia is one of the few places in the world with environmental conditions favorable to the long-term preservation of organic materials, such as textile, leather, and wood.
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Ikh Nart: An Archaeological Treasure Trove
Author: Blake Epstein | Looking at the linguistic landscape of Mongolia enhances our knowledge about Mongolians’ use of language and literacy in their daily lives.
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Linguistic Landscape Research: Ulaanbaatar
Author: Phillip Marzluf | The Ikh Nart Nature Preserve contains a vast array of archaeological sites and artifacts spanning more than 9,000 years of the human history.
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