Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies

SUNY New Paltz

Asian Studies at SUNY New Paltz is an interdisciplinary program drawing on the expertise of faculty from over 10 academic departments, with the broad mission of promoting greater awareness and understanding of East Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia through teaching, research, campus programs and events, and overseas programs. The Asian Studies program offers a major and a minor in Asian Studies, which provide undergraduates with an integrated approach to the study of language and culture. In addition, a minor in Asian American Studies provides students with the opportunity to study Asian American history and culture from the perspective of different disciplines, including history, literature, sociology, cultural geography, and media studies. The Asian Studies curriculum also provides a regional focus that complements majors and minors in a variety of fields, including anthropology, art history, world languages, geography, history, international relations, music, literature, philosophy, religions, and political science. A structured study of Asia effectively enhances the qualifications of students preparing for professions in education and international business.

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