Knox Students Participate in Renewed Japan Term
After a decade-long hiatus, Knox College’s immersive Japan Term returned stronger than ever this fall.
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Asian Studies
Explore the languages and cultures of a vast, diverse region on campus and abroad.
Major in Asian Studies
Course Spotlight
Small classes and close faculty mentorship allow you to explore Asia’s histories, cultures, and contemporary issues while strengthening your analytical and intercultural skills.
- ASIA 114 Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shinto
- ASIA 141 Premodern Histories of East Asia
- ASIA 142 Early Modern Histories of East Asia
- ASIA 143 Modern Histories of East Asia
- ASIA 320 Orientalism, Occidentalism, and Chinese Culture
- ASIA 221/321 Women and Modern Chinese Literature
- ASIA 244 Colonial Power in East Asia
Asia awaits.
At Knox, you won’t be confined to the classroom when you major in Asian studies. You can conduct faculty-mentored research, study abroad, participate in Japan Term or Immersive Taiwan program, and engage with our vibrant international community.
Interested in other fields of study?
Asian Studies is flexible and encourages connections with your other academic interests. Many students pair Asian Studies with majors such as:
Asian Studies News
Knox Students Dive Deep into the History of Chinese Immigration to the United States
Weihong Du, associate professor of Asian studies, led a group of seven students on a two-week trip to the San Francisco area to study early Chinese immigration.
Asian Studies FAQs
No. Most students begin studying Chinese or Japanese at Knox with no previous experience. Courses are designed for beginners as well as students with prior study, allowing everyone to develop language proficiency while gaining a deeper understanding of Asian cultures and societies.
Absolutely. Many Asian Studies students study abroad in Asia, where they strengthen their language skills, experience daily life in another culture, and deepen their understanding of the region through immersive academic and cultural experiences. Students may participate in faculty-led travel courses such as Japan Term and Immersive Taiwan, as well as internships and research opportunities that connect classroom learning with firsthand engagement.
An Asian Studies degree prepares students for careers that value global awareness, strong communication skills, critical thinking, and intercultural competence. Graduates pursue careers in education, international business, government, nonprofit organizations, law, journalism, diplomacy, and many other fields, while others continue on to graduate or professional school.
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