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The minor in Asian Pacific American Studies prepares students to work with an increasingly global and diverse society. Our program emphasizes critical thinking and writing, along with civic engagement, community outreach, and leadership and development.

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Our Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed to broaden perspectives on class, gender, sexuality, religion, and other identities that comprise and intersect with APA communities. Students explore APA art, health, communication, and politics, as well as their legacy of struggle and ongoing contributions to American culture and democracy.

DISCIPLINES REPRESENTED
Psychology
Sociology
Literature		 Philosophy
Religious studies
and others

Internships and Service-Learning

The program also administers internships and requires service-learning courses that will provide access to numerous Asian Pacific American organizations in the region.

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Contact Info

Department of Asian Pacific American Studies

Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. or by appointment

Kalmanovitz Hall 260 (415) 422-5706

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AUG 24

Humanities Education for a Global Era: Chinese & Western Perspectives

Friday, Aug 24 4:30 – 6 p.m.
On-Campus Event - Lone Mountain Main - LM 100 - Handlery Room
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