Welcome to the Department of Asian American Studies at UC Irvine. On our website, you can find information about the courses we offer, our undergraduate major, our graduate emphasis for PhD students, and the nation's only 4+1 B.A./M.A. program. We as a faculty and staff are committed to offering our students a multi-layered and intellectually rigorous understanding of Asian American history, politics, culture, and communities. We strongly believe that all students, whatever their major or background, can benefit from an understanding of the experiences of Asian American individuals and communities. Whether you're at the start of your academic career with no knowledge about Asian America or are completing original research on a topic within the field, we would be delighted to welcome you into our lively and stimulating community of scholars, students, and friends.
Jerry Won Lee
Interim Chair, 2024-25