Asian American Studies is a multidisciplinary program that grapples with pressing questions of identity, belonging, and power from the perspectives of Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Asian/Pacific diasporic histories, communities, and cultures. Our faculty and students create knowledge that is relevant and useful for solving problems of inequity and injustice.

Our Asian American Studies minor, courses, and public programs complement any other major field of study. We offer small-sized classes that provide excellent opportunities for engagement with instructors and peers with common interests. We encourage students to pursue independent study with our faculty, all recognized experts in their fields.

The 100- and 200-level classes are consistently popular (they fill each semester) and are a great way to meet your course distribution requirements. Our programs and events are attractive to anyone interested in social justice, providing a stimulating place to examine issues of cultural identity, agency, and social determination.