AMS 102—The Asian American Experience

The Asian American experience from the beginning of Asians’ and Pacific Islanders’ entry into North America in the eighteenth century to the present. Investigates this phenomenon in connection with national and transnational power relations, economic structures, and political realities. Also considers the construction of American identities in the United States and their impact on Asian American communities and individuals. Goals are to develop a historical and multi-cultural perspective on the Asian American experience, to enlarge students’ capacities for analytical and critical thinking, and to achieve a better understanding of the diversity within Asian American communities and of Asian Americans’ social status in North America. This course is the same as AS 110 and course repeat rules will apply. Students should consult with their major department regarding any restrictions on their degree requirements.