BA in Asia, Pacific, and Diaspora Studies in Washington D.C. United States | American University

Explore the culturally and historically vibrant regions of Asia and the Pacific Islands while examining the diverse experiences of Asian diasporic communities worldwide. Deepen your knowledge through interdisciplinary approaches in humanities and social sciences, language immersion programs, and international study opportunities. Customize your academic focus by discipline or geographic area. The Asia, Pacific and Diaspora Studies (BA) program, administered by the Department of Critical Race, Gender, and Culture Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, focuses on interdisciplinary research of Asia, the Pacific, and their global diasporic communities. Through rigorous study, students analyze historical and modern global cultural developments by examining the movement of people, cultures, and ideas across Asia, the Pacific, and their diasporas throughout the Americas and other regions. The curriculum investigates imperial and colonial histories, along with intersections of gender/sexuality, class, and racial/ethnic relations within local, national, and international contexts. This dynamic program features an interdisciplinary curriculum complemented by internship opportunities, international exchanges, and study abroad experiences.