Asian Studies Courses Offered
Program Description
Minor Requirements
JPN 201: Intermediate Japanese (3 hours)
Emphasis on development of basic skills acquired in Elementary Japanese and role playing activities to develop student ability to travel and study in Japan. Classroom activities will also focus on acquisition of Japanese social skills including etiquette and group structure and hierarchy. Lab required. Offered in fall.
JPN 202: Intermediate Japanese II (3 hours)
Readings from Japanese newspapers and magazines and other authentic sources will be introduced, and classroom activities will focus on creating a "total language environment" with the exclusive use of Japanese, and using language in a variety of "real life" situations. Lab required. Offered in spring as needed.
JPN 320: Traditional Japanese Literature (3 hours)
An introduction to the canonical works of traditional Japanese poetry and prose written from the 7th to 19th centuries a.d. Discussions and lectures focus on modes of change and continuity in form, theme and influence. Offered in fall.
JPN 322: Modern Japanese Literature (3 hours)
An introduction to the history and trajectory of modern Japanese literature from the 1880's to today. Discussions and lectures focus on Japanese modernization, the effect of imperialism and colonialism in Asia and the two world wars, and Japan's cultural presence in Asia today. Offered in spring.
JPN 335: Traditional Japanese Theatre (3 hours)
Students will experience Noh, Kabuki and Bunraku theatre by reading texts and practicing actual modes of performance including singing and dancing. Lectures will include video presentation of performances while discussions will focus on the relationship between dramatic theory and practice and the role texts play in these dramatic forms. Offered in spring.
JPN 355: Doing Business in Asia (3 hours)
This course will introduce students to business practices and strategies in Asia with case studies of actual businesses in Japan, South Korea, China and Taiwan. Students will acquire familiarity with the languages, cultures and histories of East Asia to prepare them for smooth interaction with businesspeople from Asian cultures and to minimize potential misunderstanding and conflict. Offered in fall.