Asian Studies
Asian Studies
Concentration in Global Studies
Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary major within the Global Studies B.A. program. Asian Studies provides an outstanding opportunity for students to focus their study on this important area of the world by examining the culture, history, and societies of China, Japan, and other parts of Asia, in addition to developing proficiency in Chinese or Japanese language. This interdisciplinary program combines essential training in language and culture with a variety of hands-on opportunities for research and cross-cultural interaction perfect for students considering careers in education, business, or government related to Asia.
Contact: Professor Hoult
stacy.hoult@valpo.edu
Program Highlights
- The program is open to students with a wide range of backgrounds, levels of language experience, and interests.
- The Global Studies major provides well-rounded training that includes basic skills in language in addition to valuable knowledge of the history, culture, and politics of the region. This broad preparation is essential for the range of global careers in contemporary society.
- Almost all Asian Studies students spend time in either China or Japan as a part of their curriculum while at Valparaiso University. Students are especially encouraged to spend an extended period in a study abroad program at Zhejiang University in China or Kansai Gaidai in Japan, where they gain invaluable hands-on experience and language training while fulfilling credits towards their major at Valparaiso University.
- Our majors have many opportunities to engage in practical cross-cultural learning through internships in the U.S. or overseas, courses and cultural events on campus, and interactions with international students on campus.
- Students can graduate with a B.A. in Global Studies with an Asian Studies concentration.