Asian Studies - Carthage College

Asian Studies from Carthage College is a Campus Bachelor Area Studies degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Recent economic, political and social changes clearly show that broader and deeper understanding of Asia is essential. Despite the significance of Asian culture, the study of Asia has received little emphasis in our educational system, where the thrust of instruction tends to reflect the origins of the majority of the population. These conditions have changed over time, sometimes dramatically, as the United States has become a more pluralistic society. As a relatively recent example, the 1965 liberalization of immigration law has resulted in an enormous expansion in the number of Americans of Asian origin. The need to know about Asia also stems from the changing economic landscape abroad, as well as developments at home. Since 1981, the trade deficits with both China and Japan have become enormous, creating political tensions. Both of these Asian nations are also undergoing significant economic and political changes, which in turn will influence relations with the U.S. Furthermore, the 1997 financial crisis afflicting Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, and other Asian nations had serious long term implications, and is an instructive example of how developments in commercial markets can have truly global implications. The Asian Studies major will provide substantial and systematic instruction about Asia. The goal is to broaden understanding to prepare Carthage graduates for careers involving Asia, and more broadly for work and life in an increasingly global economy. The College has faculty strength in East and South Asian studies. The existing Mizuno fellowships, the exchange program with Tokyo Gakugei University, and the Carthage/Hong Lou Si study abroad program are important components in helping to give students direct study and work experience in Asia. View more details on Carthage College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Area Studies courses.