Introduction to Asian American Studies (Diversity/RIS)

Investigate the ways in which Asian Americans have shaped U.S. political, economic, and cultural life and to identify issues and problems from their perspectives.

Apply basic concepts of race and ethnicity to the experiences of Asian Americans.

Learn how power, privilege, and discrimination operate in the creation of subordinate and dominant groups.

Inquire into the problems engendered and the challenges presented by a multicultural democracy.

Develop skills of communication, analysis and integration in a format requiring active learning on your part.