+ Asian Studies
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Shatzel Hall, 419-372-7814
Learning
Outcomes
Upon
completion of the baccalaureate degree, students
in Asian studies are expected to:
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Know historical, cultural, economic, political,
and social developments of selected countries
in East Asia (China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam),
South Asia (India), and Southeast Asia (Philippines,
Indonesia); recognize the diversity of Asia;
and identify basic practices and theories
of major Asian beliefs and institutions;
- Demonstrate
an advanced level of understanding of a chosen
Asian country or region;
- Develop
a specialized knowledge of the United States
as a major Pacific nation and cultivate historical
empathy with Asia;
- Choose
at least one discipline (political science,
geography, history, philosophy) and gain special
skills unique to that discipline—for
example methodology, critical thinking, information
gathering, or analysis;
- Demonstrate
college-level competence in an Asian language
(including speaking, reading, and writing).
Major,
Bachelor of Arts (36 hours) — minor
required — click 
for 2009-2010 course requirements
The Asian studies program offers an interdisciplinary
curriculum of studies on Asia. Students complete
a minimum of 36 credit hours from the list of
the core courses and the elective courses.
Alternative
courses may be approved by the program advisor.
Students must fulfill the foreign language requirement
by completing Chinese or Japanese at the 202
level or demonstrate competency in one Asian
language. This may be done by completing intensive
Asian language and culture courses through student
exchange programs in Asia. The students who
wish to enter non-teaching careers are encouraged
to develop a second major or minor in history,
political science, economics, geography, etc.
Dual degrees can also be pursued in the areas
of comparative education, ethnomusicology, international
business, etc.
Minor
(21 hours)
21 hours selected from the core and elective
courses in consultation with the Asian studies
advisor. No Asian language required.
Student
exchange and internship programs
The Asian studies program annually sends selected
undergraduate students to Asia as exchange students
or student interns. Students earn credits transferable
to the University. See Special
Academic Programs and Services or contact
the Asian studies program advisor for information.
Financial
aid
Up to six scholarships are awarded annually
to students majoring or minoring in Asian Studies.
Recipients are recognized at the College of
Arts and Sciences Dean's reception in April.
See the Asian Studies program advisor for details.
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