Jong-Chol An

Jong-Chol An is an Associate Professor at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He specializes in the history of East and Southeast Asia, with a focus on Korean history, international relations, legal history, and colonial studies. His research explores topics such as Korean-American relations, colonial legal systems, and post-war political developments. He holds a JD from the University of Hawai'i and a PhD from Seoul National University.

Education:

• JD, William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa (2012)
• PhD, Department of Korean History, Seoul National University (2008)
• MA, Regional Studies-East Asia, Harvard University (2002)
• BA, Department of Korean History, Seoul National University (1995)

Research Interests:

An’s work examines the intersection of law, politics, and international relations in modern Korea. He has published extensively on topics such as the impact of US military occupation policies, colonial legal frameworks, and the historical development of Korean nationality law. His research also analyzes cultural exchanges between Korea and the West, with a focus on artifacts and intangible heritage.

Articles:

His recent publications include studies on fiscal policy in South Korea, Korean-Italian diplomatic history, and legal reforms during the US occupation. These works highlight trends in economic governance, historical treaty analysis, and legal evolution in post-colonial contexts.

Awards and Grants:

• Pony Chung Fellowship (2024)
• Academy of Korean Studies Seed Program (2020–2023)
• Ca' Foscari University of Venice grants (2019–2021)

Advising and Grants:

An has secured significant funding for projects like the 'East and West in Korean Studies' initiative and the 'Spatial Palimpsest Project' in post-war Korea. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations and international partnerships.

Labs/Teams:

He leads the 'East and West in Korean Studies' research group at Ca' Foscari, focusing on cultural and legal exchanges between Korea and Europe.