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The Department of East Asian Studies provides undergraduates with an extensive program centered on China, Japan, and Korea. This program blends language instruction with the academic exploration of various cultural expressions and societal traditions. Its curriculum highlights interdisciplinary methods for examining texts, documents, and practices, along with their regional and global relationships. Four-year language courses in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean are available, structured to accelerate reading and writing proficiency. Upper-level seminars, independent research opportunities, and an honors program allow students to combine their language abilities with specialized knowledge of East Asian cultures. Graduates often enter diverse professions connected to the region or advance to graduate studies in relevant disciplines.