2023-24 Edition

Asian American Studies, Minor

The Department of Asian American Studies examines the historical and contemporary experiences of Asians in the United States and in a global context. The curriculum seeks to provide an analysis of the cultural, political, and economical organization of Asian American communities. Students are invited to participate and partake in broadening their understanding of multicultural perspectives within U.S. society.

Requirements for the Minor in Asian American Studies
A. Three introductory Asian American Studies core courses:
ASIANAM 50 Asian American Histories
or ASIANAM 51 The U.S. and Asia
and
ASIANAM 52 Asian American Communities
or ASIANAM 53 Asian Americans and Race
and
ASIANAM 54 Asian American Stories
or ASIANAM 55 Asian Americans and the Media
B. Four upper-division courses selected from ASIANAM 100W–169, ASIANAM 199.

Residence Requirement for the Minor: Four upper-division courses required for the minor must be completed successfully at UCI. Two of the four may be taken through the UC Education Abroad Program, provided course content is approved in advance by the Department.