Undergraduate Courses: Fall 2016 Asian Studies Program ARTH-­‐225 FA1 Buddhist Arts of Asia MTH 12:55-­‐2:10PM 03.00 Peng, Y An introductory survey of Asian art that emphasizes Buddhist painting, architecture, calligraphy, and sculpture of India, China, Korea, and Japan from ancient to contemporary. Explores religious meaning, spiritual aesthetics, and the reinvention of religious tradition. Usually offered every fall. ARTH-­‐496/696 Modern & Contemporary Chinese Art 001 Peng, Y MTH 2:30-­‐3:45PM 03.00 Modern and Contemporary Chinese Art (3) China and its art have gone through a fundamental transformation in the past two centuries. This course explores how Chinese artists respond to these personal, cultural, and national changes. The changing position of tradition, the appropriation of Western art genres and styles, and the impact of globalization are the three major topics discussed. Meets with ARTH-­‐696 001. ASIA-­‐100 Introduction to Asia 001 MTH 2:30-­‐3:45PM 03.00 Pucci, Jeffrey The course offers a broad spectrum on Asia through examinations of the major philosophical, religious, and cultural characteristics of different regions, with each example set in an appropriate historic context. Social, political, and economic characteristics of Asia are also examined in this context. Usually offered every fall. ASIA-­‐396.001 Japan and Korea Past and Present W 2:30-­‐5:20PM 03.00 Park, S Japan and Korea Past and Present (3) Examines the long and complex historical and cultural relations, both collaborative and contentious, between Japan and Korea, two neighboring East Asian countries. Themes explored include geo-­‐cultural relations in the ancient period, tenth-­‐twelfth century; Mongol period, fifteenth-­‐sixteenth century; Japanese invasion of Korea in the sixteenth century; and Tokugawa Japan and Choson Korea until the nineteth century. The course illuminates the roots of the current politicization in recent history of the two countries and the search for national identity in each country in the globalized world. Special attention is paid to Western geopolitical impacts on the East Asian region in connection with Japanese imperialism, the Cold War world order after 1945, and the post-­‐Cold War era after 1989 in the relationship between the two countries. 1 HIST-­‐251 History of Modern China 001 Jacobs, J MTH 9:45-­‐11:00AM This is an introductory course in the history of modern China. Our chronology will cover the Qing (1644–
1911), the Republic (1912–49), and the People’s Republic (1949–present). We will proceed in broad thematic fashion, covering topics such as government, ethnicity, gender, economics, culture, and geopolitics. This is primarily a lecture course, followed by discussion of primary and secondary source readings. These latter include a family history, legal court cases, memoirs, and short fiction. RELG-­‐185.001 FA3 The Religious Heritage of Asia MTH 4:05PM-­‐5:20PM 0.300 Greenberg, G Introduces methods of studying religion and places religious traditions in comparative relief. Surveys the basic features of the major religions of Asia, including Hinduism, Taoism, and Confucianism, and explains how these traditions shape Asian cultures and societies. Usually offered every term. RELG-­‐396 The Moor’s Last Sigh 001 Pathak, S S 10:00AM 04:00PM 09/24/16 SU 10:00AM 04:30PM 09/25/16 01.00 The Moor's Last Sigh (1) This course centers on The Moor's Last Sigh, Salman Rushdie's modern mythological novel about a multicultural family's storied involvement in the Indian spice trade. The class discusses how Rushdie evokes epic themes, revisions colonial and postcolonial history, portrays religious pluralism, and imagines emigration and immigration. RELG-­‐486/686 Topics in Religious Discussion: Buddhist Ethics/Soc Engagement 002 TBA W 2:30PM-­‐5:20PM 0.300 Buddhist Ethics and Social Engagement (3) Study of Buddhist ethics as rooted in such ideas as karma, compassion and interdependence. The union of Buddhist spirituality and social ethics in the contemporary Engaged Buddhism of the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh and others. How Buddhists nonviolently and nondualistically engage with such issues as peace-­‐making, poverty and the environment. Meets with RELG-­‐686 002. SISU-­‐212 FA3 China, Japan & the U.S. 001 Heng-­‐Blackburn,P MTH 12:55-­‐2:10PM 03.00 A multidisciplinary introduction to China and Japan that explores the history, culture, social structure, literature, art, politics, economics, and foreign relations of these important countries. Particular attention is paid to the context of East Asian international relations. 2 SISU-­‐320.001 Growth and Dev Challenges: E Asia Dore,G TH TBA Growth and Development Challenges of the East Asia-­‐Pacific Region (3) Since the 1950s, the economies of the Asia-­‐Pacific have generally performed "miraculously," especially compared with the rest of the world. Political scientists and economists have offered various and often opposing explanations for East Asia's high growth, with a large part of the debate centered on the role of the state in the economic development of East Asia (Japan; Korea). Therefore, starting with an overview of the performance of East Asian economies, this course examines the development economic strategies, policies, and models of the major economies in the region. Topics covered include: the miracle vs. myth controversy surrounding the economic performance of the East Asian tigers; East Asia's financial crisis, recovery, efforts to restructure and reduce vulnerability to external shocks, and quest to raise and sustain growth in the future; China's reform, economic ascent and integration within the world economy; the transition from plan to market for Asian transition economies of East Asia (Vietnam, Mongolia and Myanmar); and regional economic cooperation. SISU-­‐360.003 Gender in S. Asia: Col & Beyond T 2:30PM-­‐5:20PM 0.300 Singh,M Gender in South Asia: Colonialism and Beyond This multidisciplinary course draws upon history, politics, and sociology to analyze gender issues in South Asia. Beginning with British colonialism, followed by indigenous efforts at social reform (mid-­‐nineteenth century), and the role of nationalism (early twentieth century), the course highlights the emergence of women's movements and grassroots activism in post-­‐colonial South Asia. Case studies from select countries explore challenges to gender justice posed by politics, religion, law, family, and sexuality. Thematic as well as chronological approaches anchor the analyses. SISU-­‐372.001 Human Rights in East Asia TH 2:30-­‐5:20PM 03.00 Heng-­‐Blackburn,P China From the Inside This course draws on memoirs, documentaries, guest speakers, and student interviews to provide a worm's-­‐eye view of China from 1911 to today. The course provides students with an understanding of the complex challenges of Chinese identity today, as ordinary people try to satisfy their pent-­‐up aspirations and deal with entrenched problems of environmental degradation and political repression. SIS-­‐619.002 International Security in Asia W 8:20-­‐10:50PM 03.00 Ashizawa,K International Security in Asia (3) This course introduces students to alternative ways of looking at Asia's emerging security order using different theories and perspectives on international relations. It also informs students with a comprehensive background in Asian security problems and challenges including the rise of China, Japan, and India, territorial disputes in South and East China Sea, energy and maritime security issues, arms races, intervention, domestic strife and democratization, the role of the United States in Asian security and its military presence and bilateral alliances in the region, and the security architecture of Asia for the twenty-­‐first century. 3 SIS-­‐676 Chinese Politics and Society 001 Zhao, Q T 2:30-­‐5:20PM 03.00 Chinese Politics and Society (3) This course starts with an overview of the process of Chinese politics from 1949 to the present, focusing on the transition from the era of revolution to the era of modernization (reform). It pays close attention to such important issues as the party-­‐state system, political leadership, the role of intellectuals, economic and political reforms, and the demand for democratization. It also examines the decision-­‐making process, state-­‐society relations, and the evolving role of the military, thereby providing a comprehensive framework for understanding contemporary Chinese politics and society. At the same time, it provides the background necessary to comprehend the domestic foundations of China's external behavior and policy. The course introduces a variety of perspectives as analytical tools for research, and analyzes significant controversies as a way of participating in the field's theoretical and policy debate. SIS-­‐676.002 SE Asia: Gov, Dev, Sec M 8:20-­‐10:50PM 03.00 Heng-­‐Blackburn,P Contemporary South East Asia: Governence, Development, Security (3) This course analyzes the political systems, political economies, and international relations of Southeast Asia, one of the world's most diverse and strategically important regions. The course examines governance, economic development, security (both traditional and non-­‐traditional/human security), and foreign policy issues with reference to Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar/Burma, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam within a comparative perspective. The overarching themes of domestic governance, development, and security are analyzed with reference to both regional developments and also external relations with major players such as the United States, China, Japan, and India. The course also examines rapidly-­‐
evolving political, economic, and security cooperation as reflected in the dynamic regional integration led by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). SIS-­‐676.003 North Korea & Int'l Security TH 5:30PM-­‐8:00PM 03.00 Lee,J North Korea and International Security (3) This course is an in-­‐depth examination of the North Korean regime, in conjunction with various theories and practice of international security. The focus is to think critically about some of the most pressing challenges that North Korea's nuclear and missile development programs pose to non-­‐proliferation and regional stability. The course investigates sources of North Korean foreign policy behavior at the individual, domestic, and international levels of analysis before evaluating several policy tools available to denuclearize North Korea. Other specific debates to be addressed include North Korean human rights issues, the Obama administration's "strategic patience" policy, the question of unification of the two Koreas, China's evolving relationship with North Korea, and Pyongyang's illicit activities. 4 Language Courses at American University: CHIN-­‐112 Chinese, Elementary I 001 TF 8:10-­‐9:25AM 05.00 TBA 002 MTH 4:05-­‐5:20PM05.00 TBA 003 TF 11:20AM-­‐12:35PM 05.00 TBA 004 MTH 11:20AM-­‐12:35PM 05.00 TBA 005 TF 12:55-­‐2:10PM 0.500 TBA Additional Class Fee: $40.00. The course is offered in hybrid format including face to face meeting and online work. CHIN-­‐212 Chinese, Intermediate I Prerequisite: CHIN-­‐207 or CHIN-­‐113 or CHIN-­‐116 or CHIN-­‐118 or equivalent. 001 MTH 08:10-­‐9:25AM 05.00 TBA 002 MTH 11:20AM-­‐12:35PM 05.00 TBA Additional Class Fee: $40.00. The course is offered in hybrid format including face to face meeting and online work. CHIN-­‐312 Advanced Chinese I Prerequisite: CHIN-­‐213 or CHIN-­‐218 or equivalent. 001 MTH 12:55-­‐2:10PM 03.00 Zhang, X 002 TF 11:20AM-­‐12:35PM 03.00 TBA Additional Class Fee: $40.00 CHIN-­‐400.001Modern China/Popular Culture 03.00 MTH 2:35-­‐3:45PM Zhang,X Modern China through Popular Culture (3) This course is an introduction to the complex and vibrant popular culture in modern China, from the last decade of the nineteenth century to the present. It includes who created and is creating popular culture; what changes and trends can be seen in the evolution of popular culture in modern China; whether there are boundaries between canonical/elite and popular culture or if they are bound up with one another; and what roles politics and gender play respectively in popular culture in modern China. Overall, popular culture as sites of contending ideologies and values are examined. Using multimedia materials from and on various periods, it helps further develop students' Chinese language skills through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Prerequisite: CHIN-­‐313 or permission of instructor. JAPN-­‐114 Japanese, Elementary I 001 TF 8:10-­‐9:25AM 05.00 TBA 002 TF 11:20AM-­‐12:35PM 05.00 TBA 5 Additional Class Fee: $40.00. The course is offered in hybrid format including face to face meeting and online work. JAPN-­‐214 Japanese, Intermediate I Prerequisite: JAPN-­‐115 or equivalent. 001 TF 11:20AM-­‐12:35PM 05.00 TBA Additional Class Fee: $40.00. The course is offered in hybrid format including face to face meeting and online work. JAPN-­‐314 Advanced Japanese I Prerequisite: JAPN-­‐215 or equivalent. 001 MTH 4:05-­‐5:20PM 05.00 TBA Additional Class Fee: $40.00. The course is offered in hybrid format including face to face meeting and online work. KOR-­‐102 Korean Elementary I 001 MTH 8:20-­‐10:30PM 05.00 Shin,H Additional Class Fee: $40.00 KOR-­‐202 Korean Intermediate I Prerequisite: KOR-­‐103 or equivalent. 001 MTH 5:30-­‐7:40PM 05.00 Shin,H Additional Class Fee: $40.00 6