East Asian Studies
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The major in East Asian studies allows students to develop a strong regional focus applicable to a broad range of academic and professional pursuits, including journalism, education, banking, trade, diplomacy, and law. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, the department covers the history, literature, and culture of China, Japan, and Korea from early periods to the present. Associated faculty in art, comparative literature, economics, history, politics, religion, and sociology provide curricular guidance for undergraduates who wish to integrate language study and cultural knowledge with skills in other disciplines. A sophisticated appreciation of cultural difference and the global environment and close collaboration with faculty are the hallmarks of independent work in the department. Because students can best profit from our course offerings if they have had good basic language training, early planning for the major is strongly encouraged. The Department of East Asian Studies strongly encourages summer language study and study abroad and provides financial support when possible.
What Students Say
• What can you learn from it?
• What is it like being an East Asian Studies major?
• What are common misconceptions about East Asian Studies majors?
• What kind of internships and international experiences have East Asian Studies majors had?
• Why would anyone want to date an East Asian Studies major?
What can you learn from it?
The opportunity to learn about other cultures and languages is the best of both worlds. Being an East Asian studies major gives us the opportunity to study another language, study abroad, and meet wonderful people.
The most common questions East Asian Studies majors get are, "What will you do after graduation?" or "Will you be able to find a job"? The East Asian Studies Department requires the study of at least one Asian language and it is possible to combine this language study with translation. The combination of both skills is very marketable in this global world. The employment opportunities are vast, including both the private and public sector.
• What is it like being an East Asian Studies major?
• What are common misconceptions about East Asian Studies majors?
• What kind of internships and international experiences have East Asian Studies majors had?
• Why would anyone want to date an East Asian Studies major?
What can you learn from it?
The opportunity to learn about other cultures and languages is the best of both worlds. Being an East Asian studies major gives us the opportunity to study another language, study abroad, and meet wonderful people.
The department and professors are exciting and stimulating. The advisement in the department is helpful and always supportive.
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The most common questions East Asian Studies majors get are, "What will you do after graduation?" or "Will you be able to find a job"? The East Asian Studies Department requires the study of at least one Asian language and it is possible to combine this language study with translation. The combination of both skills is very marketable in this global world. The employment opportunities are vast, including both the private and public sector.
East Asian Studies majors have the opportunity to do summer internships and study abroad. In fact, it is highly recommended that you take advantage of all opportunities to study and live in the countries representing East Asia, which will definitely help improve your language skills.
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