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Hi,

I'm Dwi Purwanto, and I’m excited to join The Center for Asian Studies this semester. As a proud Indonesian, I come from the world’s largest archipelago and the fourth most populous country. Indonesia is a leader in biodiversity, a linguistic treasure trove, and a central player in ASEAN, driving regional politics, economy, and culture. With the largest economy in Southeast Asia and a seat in the G20, Indonesia’s global influence is significant. Historically, Indonesia was also the heart of the spice trade, home to the Dutch East India Company (VOC), one of the most prominent and powerful trading entities in world history. Did you know Bahasa Indonesia is recognized as an official language of the UNESCO General Conference? With Indonesia's significant role in global socioeconomics, history, and biodiversity, there's so much to explore!

I was born and raised in the island of Borneo, in the province of West Kalimantan, where lies one of the world's longest island rivers, the Kapuas River, and the place where hornbills and Orangutans roam the forests.

I am here in Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder as the visiting scholar under FLTA (Foreign Language Teaching Assistant) Fulbright Scholarship Program and I will be teaching Bahasa Indonesia for one academic year.

I love making visual arts and designs, strolling around the town, and engaging in projects and volunteering activities.

Salam kenal,

Dwi P.