Global Asians (216-0-1)

Instructors

Ji-Yeon Yuh
847/467-6538
Harris Hall - Room 306 (Winter 2021 - Remote)

Meeting Info

Locy Hall 111: Mon, Wed 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

Why are Asians all over the world and how did they get there? This course examining the various types of migration that created an Asian diaspora, the communities and collective identities that
emerged, and the role played by empires and nation-states. We will interrogate the concept of diaspora versus migration versus immigration, and the notions of identity and community implicit in
each framework. We will discuss notions of group belonging and ideas of citizenship, nationality and ethnicity, and also compare how different ethnic groups and different national societies have handled ethnic/racial/cultural diversity. We will, in short, be examining the crossing and construction of multiple borders, the cultural encounters and the mixings of various Asian groups in various socioeconomic and political contexts in different nation-states.

Registration Requirements

Attendance at first class mandatory

Learning Objectives

Gain solid knowledge about a range of Asian migrations and diasporic communities, from the 19th century to the present. Gain an understanding of the different types of migration and their influence on the kinds of communities that migrants form. Gain an understanding of how globalization, expansion, and wars influence
migration. Understand the conceptual differences among diaspora, immigration, and migration, and be able to demonstrate with historical examples. Build analytical skills for understanding media reports, statistics, historical documents, and personal narratives. Build teamwork skill around research, analysis, and presentation. Build writing skills and formal oral presentation skills.

Evaluation Method

Weekly readings and films. Class attendance and participation. Weekly in-class writing exercises. Group multimedia project, with in-class presentations. In-person final exam, essay format

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Global Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity
SoC Individual and Social Behavior Distro

Associated Classes

DIS - Harris Hall L06: Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM

DIS - Harris Hall L06: Fri 12:00PM - 12:50PM

DIS - Harris Hall L05: Fri 3:00PM - 3:50PM