ASAM 1
Asian American Experiences Past to Present
Course Description
This course is an introduction to Asian American Studies that explores the experiences of Asians in the United States from the mid-19th century through post-1965 migration. The course argues that the experiences of Asian Americans today cannot be understood insightfully without an awareness and analysis of the historical experiences of Asian Americans collectively. The course focuses on diasporic experiences of Asian migrants to the United States--immigrants and refugees of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indian, Filipinx, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Hmong, and Laotian populations. Key themes and topics include: empire and diaspora, colonization, racialized and xenophobic exclusion, community formation, intergenerational relations, national belonging and racialization, wartime scapegoating and incarceration, comparative racialization and the model minority idea, identity and pan-ethnicity, culture making, social movements, and community activism.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47050 | ASAM 1 | 60Z Seats open | No set days | TBA-TBA | Nori Henk | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2027-04-05 to 2027-06-25.
Footnote:
ASAM-001.-60Z: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grade
- Pass/No Pass
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL 5