Our program’s overarching goal is to prepare students for the promise and challenges of the 21st century through innovative teaching and research. We offer an undergraduate minor, relevant and engaging classes, and an interdisciplinary community for graduate students who share an interest in our field.
Gain analytic + intercultural skills
By offering an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the big questions of today, our courses equip students with a range of analytical tools to navigate the complex changes taking place in Indiana, the United States, and the world.
A supportive community
We are a small program with a nationally prominent faculty and dedicated teaching staff. The intimate size of our program allows you to work closely with mentors to pursue the research and creative activity of your choosing.
Past, Present, and Future
Learn more about the national, regional, and campus events that led to the creation of IU’s Asian American Studies program.
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