Fall 2006

ASIAN 101: Asian Thought and Cultures Lower Division GE @ San Diego State University This course explores the social, religious, political, economic, and legal foundations of East and Southeast Asia. The course content is designed to give the student a background to understand the traditions, the values and thus the societies in East and Southeast Asia. In this course we will focus on East and Southeast Asia. TTH 9:30-10:45 a.m.

ASIAN 310: Contemporary Issues in Asian American Communities Upper Division GE @ San Diego State University AKA Diasporan Communities of the Asia/Pacific This is an interdisciplinary examination of the migration and settlement of people from countries within the Asia Pacific region to America. This course draws upon literature, film, anthropology, history, ethnography, and cultural studies to deepen understandings of the ways in which migration, race, and racial discrimination continues to shape social thought and institutions in the United States. Beyond the theme of racism and resistance, the course focuses on migration and labor, identity and community within migrant populations, migration, and globalization. TTH 12:30-1:45 p.m.

INTS 130: Introduction to Latin American Studies @ Soka University of America This course explores the geography, history, culture, society, government and economies of Latin America. It examines enduring themes and issues central to the understanding of Latin America today, such as regime change and economic development. The course covers key actors and organizations affecting Latin America, such as political parties, the Church, the military, land reform movements, and the United States. It also looks at regional associations, including the Organization of American States, NAFTA, and other emerging efforts at regional cooperation. MW 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.