Asian Studies

 

 

For Questions and Advisement, please contact:

Theodore F. Cook

Professor of History

Asian Studies Program Director

Atrium 206

cookt@wpunj.edu

or

Haruko Taya Cook

Instructor, Asian Studies Advisor

Languages & Cultures Department

Japanese Language Program Coordinator

Atrium 251

cookh@wpunj.edu
ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAM OFFERINGS

SPRING 2013

 

ASIAN STUDIES COURSES (with the ASN designation)

 

ASN 2010 Exploring Asia: Introduction to Asian Studies

This multi-disciplinary course introduces students to the geography, history, culture, society, economics, and politics of India, China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. The foundation for the Asian Studies program, the course is taken at the beginning of the course of study. This course is taught collectively by participating Asian Studies faculty members. (Portal to Asian Studies Major and Minor) (Cross-listed: ANTH 2030)

10065 ASN-2010-01 EXPLORING ASIA; INTRO TO ASN STUDIES  W 2:00 pm-4:30 pm Ming Jian & Maya Chadda UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 2020 Buddhism, Taoism, and East Asian Culture

The course introduces students to key concepts of Buddhism, especially Zen Buddhism, and Taoism, and focus on their interaction with and contributions to East Asian culture. We will explore how Buddhist and Taoist concepts, experience, and practices have informed distinctive aspects of East Asian culture: fiction, poetry, painting, calligraphy, sculpture, architecture, gardening, tea ceremony, martial arts, diet, traditionall medicine, and everyday life. Furthermore, Buddhism and Taoism will be examined as an interconnecting theme that links various Asian cultures, and also connects the East and the West. (Cross-listed: CHIN 2020)

11596 ASN-2020-80 BUDDHISM TAOISM & E ASN CULTURE ONLINE Ming Jian Cross-list CHIN-2020-80 UCC-6 Global Awareness 

ASN 2270 Eastern Philosophy and Religion

A comparative study of the principal past and present Eastern religions and of religious feelings and experience.  (Cross-listed: PHIL 2270) Prerequisite: PHIL 1100

10727 ASN-2270-01 EASTERN PHIL & RELIGION MW 9:30 am-10:45 am Marie Friquegnon Cross-list PHIL-2270-01 UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western

 
ASN 2580 Asian American Experience

An introduction to the histories of Americans of Asian ancestry from the late eighteenth century to the recent past, this course focuses on the experiences of peoples from China, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. It explores patterns and similarities in experience, while also addressing differences stemming from nationality, class, gender, and colonial and postcolonial relationships to the United States. Within a broad chronological framework, the course approaches the Asian American experience thematically. Topics will include: the impact of U. S. imperialism on Asian migration; the significance of Asian labor in the development of the American West; anti-Asian movements and exclusion; community formation and ethnic identity; stereotypical images of Asian-Americans, from the Yellow Peril to the Model Minority; urban and suburban experiences; interaction with other ethnicities and social movements; and the forging of a pan-Asian movement in the 1960's. (Cross-listed: :HIST 2580)

12054 ASN-2580-80 ASIAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE ONLINE  Keyone Yu Cross-list HIST-2580-80 UCC-4 Diversity&Justice 

ASN 2700 East Asian Civilization

This course is a survey of East Asian civilization from its formative age to the present. The course focuses on the cultural heritage of East Asia, including Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, and the diverse paths taken by three East Asian societies, China, Japan, and Korea, in their efforts to build modern nations. Special attention is given to interaction between the three societies that gave rise to a strong cultural bond in East Asia. (Asian studies East Asia Core) (Cross-list HIST 2700-80).

10852 ASN-2700-80 EAST ASIAN CIVILIZATION ONLINE Jonathan Bone UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western

ASN 2800 Civilizations of South Asia

A thematic introduction to the continuities and variations in the cultural history of the Indian subcontinent that examines the concept of civilization, including ideas of the past, forms of authority and resistance, the interaction of religious traditions, the colonial encounter, and the rise of competing nationalisms. (Asian studies South Asia Core)  (Cross-listed: HIST 2800).

11284 ASN-2800-01 CIVILIZATIONS OF SOUTH ASIA MW 12:30 pm -1:45 pm Balmurli Natrajan Cross-list HIST-2800-01 UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 3010 Contemporary Japanese Culture

This course examines contemporary Japanese culture and society. Drawing upon a contemporary cultural studies approach, it covers a variety of topics, such as Japanese family and social organizations, religion, basic cultural values, attitudes, and perceptions. Like many countries, Japan has been changing drastically in the past few decades. The course, therefore, invites students to look at the Japan of today from the basis of a general, traditional understanding of the country. (Cross-listed: JPAN 3010)

10956 ASN-3010-60 CONTEMPORARY JAPAN CULTURE T 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Hideo Watanabe Cross-list JPAN 3010-60 General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 3030 Literature of India in Translation

A survey of the literature of South Asia, starting with selections from the Sanskrit epics and going to romantic and devotional poetry and the rise of modern literary forms, with an emphasis on Hindi or another contemporary Indian language. The texts will be read in translation. (Cross-listed with HNDI 301)

11641 ASN-3030-80 LIT OF INDIA IN TRANSLATION ONLINE Anil Kumar   General Ed Elective and Non-Western

 

ASN 3040 Prehistory of the Far East

The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the prehistory and paleoanthropology of the Far East (East and Southeast Asia, all inclusive). The course begins with a survey of the history of the theoretical and substantive discoveries which have influenced and/or continue to influence our understanding of the human evolution and behavior of the region. (Cross-listed: ANTH 3040)

11336 ASN-3040-01 PREHIST OF THE FAR EAST MW 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Geoffrey Pope General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 3250 Women in Modern Japanese Literature

This course iexamines the portrayal of women, gender, and sexuality in contemporary Japanese literature. The course examines modern Japanese society and culture and interplay between tradition and modernity through the prism of canonical and contemporary literature. Topics include notions of the self, national and gender identity, and the impact of Westernization, modernization, urbanization, industrialization, and globalization. All readings will be in English. (Cross-listed: JPAN 3250, WS 3260, ENG 3280)

12498 ASN 3250-01 WOMEN IN MOD JAPANESE LIT TR 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Haruko Taya Cook  UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 3310 The Geography of Asia

This course provides a sound understanding of the changing geography of Asia and the region's position within the global economy. Emphasis is placed on a geographical analysis of the region's physical features, natural resources, cultural patterns, population, politics, and economic development potential and problems. (Cross-listed: GEO 3310)

12153 ASN-3310-01 GEOGRAPHY OF ASIA MW 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Ben Liu  Non-Western 

ASN 3380 Media in Asia

A case study approach to an in-depth analysis of theories and issues relating to media globalization, regionalization, localization, national development, and international relations in Asia. (Cross-listed: COMM 3380)

11974 ASN-3380-01 MEDIA IN ASIA TR 11:00 am – 12:15 pm   Casey Lum    Non-Western 

ASN 3410 Asian & American Cross-Cultural Communication

A comparative and contrastive study of interpersonal communication in East Asia (i.e. China, Japan, and Korea) and the United States. The course familiarizes students with the foundations of cross-cultural pragmatics, and examines the differences and similarities in cognitive, verbal, and behavioral patterns among East Asians and between East Asians and Americans.

12364 ASN-3410-80 ASN & AMER CROSS CULT COMM  ONLINE STAFF UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 3500 Buddhist Philosophy

This course examines various philosophies within the Buddhist tradition, such as the atomists, the idealists, and the schools that claim that ultimate reality is beyond the scope of words. The role of meditation and morality in relation to these schools is also discussed. The course introduces students to Buddhist philosophy as it evolved

in India, China, Korea, Japan, and Tibet. The course ends with an examination of contemporary Buddhism. (Crosslisted: PHIL 3500)

11975 ASN-3500-60 BUDDHIST PHILOSOPHY T 4:15 pm -6:50 pm Marie Friquegnon Non-Western 

ASN 3760 Life/Writings of Indigenous Women

This course is designed to expose students to the richness of the culture and literatures of women from indigenous communities, and the systematic opression that they have been/are subject to due to race, caste, gender, and class. The communities include Native American, Australian Aborigine, and Dalit women from India. The traditional and historic status of these women in relation to their social, economic, and political status today is discussed. These silenced voices of women are presented and analyzed in the forms of individual stories, memoirs, songs, poetry, and fiction of the women from these three communities. Significant texts in translated literary forms and works are used as primary sources. This course involves reading literary works and dealing with them via lecture, class discussions, small group discussions, and writing about significant aspects of the literatures. (Cross-listed: WGS 3760)

12055 ASN-3760-80 LIFE/WRITINGS INDIGENOUS WOMEN ONLINE Jebaroja Singh  

ASN 3780 Mughal India

South Asia under Mughal dominance from c. 1500 to the late eighteenth century: the course will examine the social, cultural, economic and political history of early modern India as well as the significance of European expansion. (Cross-listed with HIST 3780)

NOT YET LISTED (See History listings) 

ASN 3910 Population and Development in Asia

This course introduces students to an overview of (1) the population growth and population problems in major Asian countries, such as China and India; (2) the relationship between population and socioeconomic development; and (3) the relationship between Asian development and the world (Non-Western course). (Cross-listed: SOC 3910)
10896 ASN-3910-80 POPULATION&DEVELOPMNT IN ASIA ONLINE Gabe Wang  General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

ASN 4800 Asian Studies Senior Seminar: The Asia-Pacific War

This senior capstone course allows students to conduct in depth research and writing on Asia. Seminar topics vary according to the discipline of the Asian Studies faculty member teaching the particular seminar. (Capstone for Asian Studies Major) (Cross-listed with other 4000-level courses approved for Asian studies major)

12528 ASN-4800-80 ASIAN STUDIES SENIOR SEMINAR  ONLINE Theodore F Cook Non-Western and UCC-Writing Intensive. Cross-listed this semester with HIST 4600-80. 

 

 

ASIAN LANGUAGE COURSES

(For University Language Requirement, Asian Studies Major and Minor Tracks and the Chinese and Japanese Language Concentration and Teacher Preparation Programs)

CHINESE

CHIN 1100 Basic Chinese I*

Provides students a basic understanding of Chinese pronunciation, grammar, and knowledge of some Chinese characters and basic vocabulary. Emphasis is on aural comprehension and elementary speaking of standard Chinese.

12183  CHIN-1100-01 BASIC CHINESE I MW 9:30 am-10:45 am STAFF

12369  CHIN-1100-02 BASIC CHINESE I TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm STAFF

 
CHIN 1110 Basic Chinese II*

A continuation of Basic Chinese I. Equal attention given to speaking, reading, and writing. Writing consists of exercises in calligraphy and translation of simple sentences. Students are taught how to use a Chinese-English dictionary. Prerequisite: CHIN 110 or equivalency

12370  CHIN-1110-01 BASIC CHINESE II TR 3:30 pm- 4:45 pm STAFF 

CHIN 2020 Buddhism, Taosim & East Asian Culture

The course introduces students to key concepts of Buddhism, especially Zen Buddhism, and Taoism, and focus on their interaction with and contributions to East Asian culture. We will explore how Buddhist and Taoist concepts, experience, and practices have informed distinctive aspects of East Asian culture: fiction, poetry, painting, calligraphy, sculpture, architecture, gardening, tea ceremony, martial arts, diet, traditionall medicine, and everyday life. Furthermore, Buddhism and Taoism will be examined as an interconnecting theme that links various Asian cultures, and also connects the East and the West.

11595  CHIN-2020-80 BUDDHISM TAOISM & E ASN CULTURE ONLINE Ming Jian Cross-list ASN 2020-80 UCC-6 Global Awareness

CHIN 2100 Intermediate Chinese I*

Following continued training in fluent and accurate speech, students learn new vocabulary, and more complicated sentences. Stress is on the understanding of sentence patterns, which serve as a foundation for further study.

13021  CHIN-2100-01 INTERMEDIATE CHINESE I MW 3:30 pm- 4:45 pm STAFF 

CHIN 3140 Teaching Chinese Grammar

 COURSE DESCRIPTION NOT YET AVAILABLE

13176  CHIN-3140-60 TEACHING CHINESE GRAMMAR M 5:30 pm- 8:00 pm STAFF 

CHIN 4000 Seminar in Chinese Literature and Culture

This seminar is designed to expand students’ knowledge of Chinese literature and culture through reading and discussion of major works in Chinese. It delves into major trends and issues, secondary scholarship, and research methodology in the field. The seminar requires students to read critically and to analyze and write about texts of Chinese literature and culture using both traditional Chinese research methods and Western critical approaches. This course is required of all majors who will seek teacher certification. Asian Studies Chinese Language Capstoned. May be used to fulfill the ASN480 Senior Seminar requirement. Taught in Chinese.

11594  CHIN-4000-60 SEMINAR CHINESE LIT & CULTURE T 7:00 pm- 9:40 pm Ming Jian 

JAPANESE

JPAN 1100 Basic Japanese I*

Begins with an introduction to the Japanese sound system and to the romanization used in the textbook. Students are taught simple Japanese sentences with vocabulary introduced in a natural context and introduced to the hiragana and katakana syllabaries. Equal attention is given to listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

11715  JPAN-1100-01 BASIC JAPANESE I MW 9:30 am-10:45 am STAFF

12360  JPAN-1101-01 BASIC JAPANESE I TR 9:30 am-10:45 am STAFF 

JPAN 1110 Basic Japanese II*

A more in-depth study of the Japanese sound system and the romanization used in the textbook. Students are taught more challenging vocabulary and sentence structure. The hiragana and katakana syllabaries are studied as well. Equal attention is given to speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension. Prerequisite: JPAN 110 or equivalency

11238  JPAN-1110-01 BASIC JAPANESE II MW 9:30 am-10:45 am Hideo Watanabe

12361  JPAN-1110-02 BASIC JAPANESE II TR 9:30 am-10:45 am Haruko Taya Cook

11237  JPAN-1110-60 BASIC JAPANESE II MW 4:15 pm-5:30 pm STAFF 

JPAN 1160 Supplementary Japanese II: Characters

A one-credit course that concentrates on enhancing students' learning and writing of basic Japanese characters. The course introduces character components, teaches rules and methods for constructing and writing characters, and provides exercises for studying characters.

12358 JPAN-1160-01 SUPP JAPANESE II: CHARACTERS  T 8:00 am-8:45 am STAFF (1-credit course) 

JPAN 2100 Intermediate Japanese I*

The course, designed as a continuation of Basic Japanese I and II, further increases the student's knowledge of Japanese grammar, vocabulary, idioms, and characters, building on the previously acquired foundation to Japanese.

10689  JPAN-2100-01 INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE I  MW 12:30 pm -1:45 pm Hideo Watanabe

 JPAN 211 Intermediate Japanese II*

A continuation of Intermediate Japanese I. Further increases a student’s knowledge of Japanese grammar, vocabulary, idioms, and characters, building on the previously acquired foundation in Japanese. Prerequisite: JPAN 210 or equivalent

11963  JPAN-2110-01 INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE II  TR 11:00 am -12:15 pm Haruko Taya Cook 

JPAN 2210 Japanese Conversation

This course develops students' speaking and aural comprehension abilities in Japanese. It deals with various aspects of spoken Japanese and integrates them into multi-purpose, oral communication skills. Main activities lead towards the development of speaking and listening skills sufficient to handle daily conversation. Other activities include the consideration of pronunciation and intonation, discussion, speech, interpretative reading, story telling, and dictation. These activites, involving a variety of topics regarding Japan, aim as well to deepen students' understanding of Japanese culture and behavior.

10966  JPAN-2210-01 JAPANESE CONVERSATION  TR 9:30 am-10:45 am STAFF 

JPAN 2220 Advanced Japanese I

The course develops the four skills of speaking, aural comprehension, reading, and writing with an increased emphasis on reading and writing at an advanced level. It fosters the development of vocabulary and an in-depth understanding of Japanese grammar through role play, conversation, and reading and writing exercises. Topics of discussion include diverse aspects of Japanese culture and society so as to enhance a greater understanding of Japan. Prerequisite: JPAN 2210 or equivalency after JPAN 2110.

12362  JPAN-2220-01  ADVANCED JAPANESE I  MW 12:30 pm- 1:45 pm STAFF 

JPAN 2230 Advanced Japanese II

This course is the continuation of JPAN 2220 - Advanced Japanese I. It further develops a broad competency of the four skills: speaking, aural comprehension, reading, and writing, with an increased emphasis on the development of the functional abilities in authentic situations at a level substantially higher that that of JPAN 2210. It fosters the development of vocabulary and an in-depth understanding of Japanese grammar through role play, conversation, and reading and writing exercises. These activities, involving a variety of topics regarding Japan, aim as well to deepen students' understanding of Japanese culture and society.

11716  JPAN-2230-01  ADVANCED JAPANESE II MW 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Hideo Watanabe 

JPAN 3010 Contemporary Japanese Culture

This course examines contemporary Japanese culture and society. Drawing upon a contemporary cultural studies approach, it covers a variety of topics, such as Japanese family and social organizations. (Cross-listed with ASN 3010.)

 10967  JPAN-3010-60 CONTEMPORARY JAPN CULTURE T 6:00 pm-8:30 pm Hideo Watanabe  Cross-list ASN-3010-60 General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

JPAN 3110 Japanese Advanced Tutorial II

This course is a continuation of JPAN 3100 and is intended for students who are interested in developing knowledge of Japanese at an advanced level. It focuses on improving the learners' Japanese skills to Advanced-Mid level as specified in the ACTFL (The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Proficiency Guidelines. Within this framework, instruction aims at integrating listening comprehension, speaking, reading comprehension, and writing skills in order to help the learners communicate meaningfully, effectively, and creatively in the Japanese language.

12376  JPAN-3110-01 JAPANESE ADV TUTORIAL II  MW 11:00 am- 12:15 pm  STAFF 

JPAN 3250 Women in Modern Japanese Literature

This course examines the portrayal of women, gender, and sexuality in contemporary Japanese literature. Topics include notions of the self, national and gender identity, and the impact of Westernization, modernization, urbanization, industrialization, and globalization. In English.

12359  JPAN 3250-01 WOMEN IN MOD JAPANESE LIT TR 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Haruko Taya Cook  Cross-list ASN 3250-01, WGS 3260-01, ENG 3580-01 UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

HINDI

HNDI 111 Basic Hindi II*

The second semester of a basic course in the Hindi language. Continues to build on the fundamental skills of reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Hindi, the third most spoken language in the world. Students are also introduced to the rich and diverse culture of South Asia. Prerequisite: HNDI 110 or equivalency

11640  HNDI-1110-01  BASIC HINDI II  TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm  Anil Kumar 

HNDI 301 Literature of India in Translation

A survey of the literature of South Asia, starting with selections from the Sanskrit epics and going to romantic and devotional poetry and the rise of modern literary forms, with an emphasis on Hindi or another contemporary Indian language. The texts will be read in translation. (Cross-listed with ASN 303)

11642  HNDI-3030-80 LIT OF INDIA IN TRANSLATION  ONLINE  Anil Kumar 

KOREAN

KORE 111 Basic Korean II*

Continuation of Basic Korean I. Designed to increase knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and idioms, it provides

the necessary basic foundation for further study in students’ individual areas of study. Equal attention is given to listening comprehension, oral skills, reading, and writing. Prerequisite: KORE 110 or equivalency

11631  KORE-1110-01 BASIC KOREAN II  TR 9:30 am-10:45 am Keumsil Kim-Yoon 

KORE 111 Intermediate Korean II*

A continuation of Intermediate Korean I. Reinforcement of Korean grammar and review of functional grammar. Exposure to the subtleties of verbal strategies. Guided discussion on a variety of topics in contempoarary Korean life and society. Guided reading of Korean newspaper/magazine articles and short stories. Guided writing of short essays.

11632  KORE-2110-01 INTERMEDIATE KOREAN II  TR 11:00 am-12:15 pm Keumsil Kim-oon

 

 OTHER ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAM COURSES

 

ART HISTORY 

ARTH 3330 Silk Road Art

This course presents a survey of several art traditions on the ancient Silk Road from 1200 BC to the early 20th century. while the course will cover some of the West and Far East, its focus will be in Central Asia, looking at the impact of Alexander in Central Asia, the Hart Dynasty's expansion i n the West Region, the Tang Dynastry's diplomatic relationship with foreign countries, the Persians, Genghis Khan and the Mongols, and Islamic Central Asia. These issues will be examined through the lens of the visual arts, including works in bronze/metal, ceramics, silk/textile designs, mural paintings, and sculpture. The exchange of ideas and art styles/techniques will be emphasized. Through the art produced along the Silk Road, we will witness the beginnings of globalization, looking at how East and West interacted, and how they stimulated and influenced each other.

12684 ARTH13330-1 SILK ROAD ART T 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm He Zhang UCC-6 Global Awareness 

ART STUDIO

None this Semester 

ANTHROPOLOGY

ANTH 3040 Prehistory of the Far East

The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the prehistory and paleoanthropology of the Far East (East and Southeast Asia, all inclusive). The course begins with a survey of the history of the theoretical and substantive discoveries which have influenced and/or continue to influence our understanding of the human evolution and behavior of the region. (Cross-listed: ASN 3040)

11285 ANTH-3040-01 PRE-HIST OF THE FAR EAST MW 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Geoffrey Pope  General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

COMMUNICATIONS

COMM 3380 Media in Asia

A case study approach to an in-depth analysis of theories and issues relating to media globalization, regionalization, localization, national development, and international relations in Asia. (Cross-listed: ASN 3380)

11470 COMM-3380-01 MEDIA IN ASIA TR 11:00 am – 12:15 pm   Casey Lum    Non-Western

ENGLISH

ENG 3580 Women in Modern Japanese Literature

This course iexamines the portrayal of women, gender, and sexuality in contemporary Japanese literature. It looks at modern Japanese society and culture and interplay between tradition and modernity through the prism of canonical and contemporary literature. Topics include notions of the self, national and gender identity, and the impact of Westernization, modernization, urbanization, industrialization, and globalization. All readings will be in English. (Cross-listed: JPAN 3250, ASN 3250, WS 3260)

13258 ENG 3580-01 WOMEN IN MOD JAPANESE LIT TR 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Haruko Taya Cook  UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western EngLit Geographical/Europ Lit and EngLit Historical after 1900 

HISTORY

HIST 2700 East Asian Civilization

This course is a survey of East Asian civilization from its formative age to the present. The course focuses on the cultural heritage of East Asia, including Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, and the diverse paths taken by three East Asian societies, China, Japan, and Korea, in their efforts to build modern nations. Special attention is given to interaction between the three societies that gave rise to a strong cultural bond in East Asia. (Portal to East Asia Track) (Cross-list HIST 2700-80).

11161 HIST 2700 80  EAST ASIAN CIVILIZATION TBA ONLINE Jonathan Bone 

HIST 2800 Civilizations of South Asia

A thematic introduction to the continuities and variations in the cultural history of the Indian subcontinent that examines the concept of civilization, including ideas of the past, forms of authority and resistance, the interaction of religious traditions, the colonial encounter, and the rise of competing nationalisms. (Portal to South Asia Track) (Cross-list HIST 2800-01).

13257 HIST 2800 01   CIVILIZATIONS OF SOUTH ASIA   MW 12:30-1:45  Balmurli Natrajan 

HIST 3780 Mughal India

South Asia under Mughal dominance from c. 1500 to the late eighteenth century: the course will examine the social, cultural, economic and political history of early modern India as well as the significance of European expansion. Prerequisite: HIST 101 Cross-listed: ASN 378)

12475 HIST 3780 60 M 3.000 MUGHAL INDIA M 4:15 pm-06:50 pm 25 0 25 30 0 30 Rochisha Narayan (P) 

HIST 4600 Seminar in East Asian History: The Asia-Pacific War

This course examines the key critical methods of historical research and writing in the East Asian environment. Each semester will focus on a specific theme.  This Year's Topic is The Asia-Pacific War, 1931-1945 and Beyond

12473 HIST 4600-80 SEMINAR IN EAST ASIAN HISTORY ONLINE Theodore F Cook Non-Western  Capstone Course and UCC-Writing Intensive  (Cross-listed: ASN 4800-80) 

HIST 4800 History Seminar: Women in Modern China

An in-depth examination of a particular historical period, country, or theme, this upper-level writing-intensive course engages students in analytical reading and writing, and in the production of individual research projects. The seminar requires a minimum of 20 pages of formal writing, including a research paper. Students will demonstrate and build on the skills and knowledge they have acquired in the History major, including in the required core courses and electives. Topics will vary to reflect the instructor's area of expertise.

13302 HIST 4800-80 HIST SEM: WOMEN IN MOD CHINA ONLINE Yingcong Dai Capstone Course and UCC-Writing Intensive 

PHILOSOPHY

PHIL 2270 Eastern Philosophy and Religion

A comparative study of the principal past and present Eastern religions and of religious feelings and experience.  Cross-listed: ASN 2270) Prerequisite: PHIL 1100

10718  PHIL- 2270- 01 EASTERN PHIL/RELIGION MW 09:30 am-10:45 am Marie L. Friquegnon  Non-Western 

PHIL 3500 Buddhist Philosophy

This course examines various philosophies within the Buddhist tradition, such as the atomists, the idealists, and the schools that claim that ultimate reality is beyond the scope of words. The role of meditation and morality in relation to these schools is also discussed. The course introduces students to Buddhist philosophy as it evolved in India, China, Korea, Japan, and Tibet. The course ends with an examination of contemporary Buddhism. (Crosslisted: ASN 3500) Prerequisite: PHIL 110

11401 PHIL 3500- 60 BUDDHIST PHILOSOPHY R 04:15 pm-06:50 pm Marie L. Friquegnon Non-Western 

SOCIOLOGY

SOC 3910 Sociology of Population and Development in Asia

This course introduces students to an overview of (1) the population growth and population problems in major Asian countries, such as China and India; (2) the relationship between population and socioeconomic development; and (3) the relationship between Asian development and the world (Non-Western course). (Cross-listed: ASN 3910)
11106 SOC 3910 -80 POPULATION & DEVLPMNT IN ASIA ONLINE Tiande Wang  General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

WOMEN AND GENDER STUDIES

WGS 3260 Women in Modern Japanese Literature

This course examines the portrayal of women, gender, and sexuality in contemporary Japanese literature. The course examines modern Japanese society and culture and interplay between tradition and modernity through the prism of canonical and contemporary literature. Topics include notions of the self, national and gender identity, and the impact of Westernization, modernization, urbanization, industrialization, and globalization. All readings will be in English. (Cross-listed: JPAN 3250, ASN 3250, ENG 3580)

12841 WGS 3260-01 WOMEN IN MOD JAPANESE LIT TR 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Haruko Taya Cook  UCC-6 Global Awareness and General Ed Elective and Non-Western 

WGS 3760 Life/Writings of Indigenous Women

This course is designed to expose students to the richness of the culture and literatures of women from indigenous communities, and the systematic opression that they have been/are subject to due to race, caste, gender, and class. The communities include Native American, Australian Aborigine, and Dalit women from India. The traditional and historic status of these women in relation to their social, economic, and political status today is discussed. These silenced voices of women are presented and analyzed in the forms of individual stories, memoirs, songs, poetry, and fiction of the women from these three communities. Significant texts in translated literary forms and works are used as primary sources. This course involves reading literary works and dealing with them via lecture, class discussions, small group discussions, and writing about significant aspects of the literatures. (Cross-listed: WGS 3760)

12056 WGS-3760-80 LIFE/WRITINGS INDIGENOUS WOMEN ONLINE Jebaroja Singh