Introduction to Asian American Studies (Experimental)

This course introduces students to the principal issues and major concepts of Asian American studies. Topics include the histories of Asian Americans, the concept of Asian American itself, and the expression of Asian Americanness, in film, literature, and political action. During the term, the class will particularizethis information by creating a map (or maps) of Asian Americans in New York City, using student inform ation and mapping characteristics that have beenidentified as significant in the course.