Asian American Studies - California State University - Northridge

Asian American Studies from California State University - Northridge is a Campus Bachelor Area Studies degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Department Programs The Asian American Studies Department provides an interdisciplinary liberal arts program. The department offers a Bachelor of Arts Major designed to develop student skills in critical analysis, writing, communication, and reasoning skills, while retrieving, documenting, and analyzing the literary, artistic, economic, social, political, and historical experiences of Asians in the United States. The department also participates in the CSUN General Education Program. Many courses in the Major and Minor meet the General Education requirements and may be used for both purposes. Credential Information Students interested in applying for Asian American Studies courses toward requirements for various teaching credentials should consult the Credential Office at (818) 677-2586 for more information. Careers Students interested in careers in business, government, education, journalism, human services, urban planning, law, and other related fields may find the Major, Double Major or Minor in Asian American Studies a suitable field of study. Students interested in the Major or Minor in Asian American Studies must consult with an a department advisor. The Asian American Studies Department supports international education and encourages students to investigate opportunities for overseas and foreign language study. Of particular interest to Asian American Studies majors are study abroad opportunities throughout the Pacific Rim. For overseas studies , students should consult an advisor in the Office of International and Exchange Programs and a department advisor to coordinate their studies. Student Learning Outcomes of the Undergraduate Program 1. Students will develop a core competency in the history, culture and experience of Asian Pacific American communities in the United States. 2. Working from a social justice approach to race, class, ethnicity, gender and sexuality, students will develop and apply their critical thinking skills as demonstrated through written assignments, oral presentations, class discussion and examinations. 3. Students will acquire and develop effective communication and collaborative problem-solving skills, becoming leaders and learning the importance of collective action. 4. Students will develop and demonstrate basic research skills as they learn about the particular dynamics of working with Asian Pacific American communities. 5. Students will demonstrate an applied knowledge and practical application of their acquired skills through student and community work, in the process, learning the value and importance of community service. View more details on California State University - Northridge, CA . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Area Studies courses.