Course Catalog Information (24-25)
ASAM 1
Asian American Experiences Past to Present
Course Description
This course is an introduction to Asian American Studies and an exploration of Asian American experiences from the 19th century examining processes and consequences of racialization with an intersectional framework. The experiences of Chinese Americans, Vietnamese Americans, Filipino Americans, Indian Americans, Japanese Americans, Korean Americans, as well as other Asian American groups, will be examined. Issues such as how Asian Americans respond to social inequity, the challenges of making a living, and the changing perspectives from immigrant to American-born generations will be highlighted.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Analyze and discuss significant issues and events in Asian American history.
- Research a significant issue related to Asian American history or contemporary community.
- Engage in an Asian Pacific American community-related activity.
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Gen Ed
- General Education Class
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Transferability
- Transferable to both UC and CSU
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
- Formerly Statement
- Formerly ICS 20
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory(ies)
- EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5
- Prerequisite(s)
- Corequisite(s)
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitation(s) on Enrollment
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