“The interdisciplinary nature of Asian Studies allows me to combine my love for the Chinese language with the history and politics of East Asia. Amazing classes and knowledgeable professors have opened my eyes to so much about the region.”
- Andrea Becker '18

Andrea Becker '18

Union's Asian Studies program focuses on the language, culture and art of Asia, with emphasis on China and Japan. Our incredibly diverse faculty members offer courses in many disciplines across the spectrum of the humanities and social sciences – contributing their expertise and passions in everything from music and art history to economics and political science.

Courses

Students take a series of courses that teach both social scientific and humanistic ways of viewing and analyzing the world. They also develop their individual interests by concentrating on courses that explore a related theme, such as ancient Chinese civilizations, Japan or Asia as a global force. In all, there are more than 70 courses to choose from, enough to keep our students curious and engaged from the moment they set foot on campus until they graduate.

Other learning opportunities

Asian Studies intersects with many different disciplines. With their acquired depth and breadth of knowledge, our students pursue a range of independent projects, research and theses. They work closely with their professors in an atmosphere of collaboration and personal exploration.

Union terms abroad are offered in China (Shanghai), Japan (Tohoku), Vietnam and Cambodia, with mini-terms in Bali, China (Tianjin) and India. Students’ unparalleled experiences in these countries are often a highlight of their undergraduate education.

Careers after Union