UH Manoa Asian Studies Department

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Interdisciplinary program for the study of Asia at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Many of these departments offer the Ph.D. with a focus on Asia.

At UH Manoa, Asian Studies covers a broad geographical arc including South Asia, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. The approach to the study of these interrelated regions is interdisciplinary, taught by faculty trained in the geography, history, anthropology, political science, sociology, language and literature, ethnomusicology, performing arts, and urban and regional planning of Asia. In addition t

o the faculty in SPAS, there are approximately 286 faculty and staff who are Asia specialists in different departments and programs throughout the campus. 600 courses on Asia (or with substantive Asia content) are taught at UH Manoa, a unique strength the Asian Studies Program utilizes in crafting its BA and MA degrees. The Asian Studies Program offers an unprecedented opportunity for students to study a wide range of topics, disciplines, and methodologies to design their individual programs to suit their particular interests. This interdisciplinary approach to the study of Asia, focused on the social sciences and humanities, is the heart of the program's mission. Finally, competency in an Asian language commensurate with the student's focus and level is considered fundamental, and is a required part of the program. The following disciplines, fields, and programs serve ASP's interdisciplinary mission: American Studies, Anthropology, Art and Art History, Business, East Asian Languages and Literatures, Economics, Ethnic Studies, Ethnomusicology, Geography, History, Indo-Pacific Languages and Literatures, Linguistics, Philosophy, Political Science, Religion, Sociology, Theater and Dance, Urban and Regional Planning, and Women's Studies. The Asian Studies Program offers a graduate certificate in Asian Studies to students taking degrees in other programs. The Asian Studies Program is also closely linked in terms of students, faculty, courses, fellowships, staff, and daily operations to all of SPAS' eight Centers, three of which are recognized as National Resource Centers: Southeast Asia, East Asia and Pacific Islands Studies. The possibilities are endless.

06/20/2026

Register now for Fall '26: ASAN 308 Chinese Political Economy!

Explores the relationship b/w state & society in national policies, cultural tradition, & technological modernization in China. (3 credits; DS, WI)

When: M & W 1:30 - 2:45 pm
Where: MOORE 423
Instructor: Dr. Zhou

06/19/2026

Register now for Summer '26: ASAN 466 Transpacific Youth Pop Culture: From K-Pop to TikTok!

Gain better critical awareness of how transpacific pop-culture media represent the issues that are most relevant to young adults locally, nationally, and transnationally through the lens of comics, videos, music, and games. If you have ever wanted to present on and write about a particular anime, East Asian music group, video game, or webtoon, this is definitely the course to take! (3 credits; WI & DH)

When: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm every M, T, W, & Tr from July 6 - August 4, 2026
Where: Online Synchronous
Instructor: Jade Lum

06/18/2026

Register now for Fall '26: ASAN 303 Bollywood Dance, Music, & Film!

Learn about Bollywood in the context of cross-cultural fusion & globalization, rooted in the richness of Indian culture. (3 credits; DA)

When: W & F 9:30 - 10:45 am
Where: DB Studio
Instructor: Dr. Bhatawadekar

06/18/2026

Register now for Summer '26: ASAN 406 Modern Philippines!

Survey of major developments from pre-colonial through colonial periods, through WWII, and the post-war republic. (3 credits; DH)

When: July 6 - August 14, 2026
Where: Online Asynchronous
Instructor: Dr. Maria Vina Lanzona

06/17/2026

Register now for Fall '26: ASAN 259 East Asian Popular Cultures!

Analyzes the social forces shaping East Asian pop culture industries, artists, and productions from a global perspective. (3 credits; DS)

When: T & TR 10:30 - 11:45 am
Where: SAUND 244
Instructor: Dr. Chai

06/16/2026

Register now for Fall '26: ASAN 202 Introduction to Asian Studies: South & Southeast Asia!

Examines the interrelationships among policies, economies, literature, religion, arts, & history of South & Southeast Asia. (3 credits; DH)

When/Where: Online Async
Instructor: Dr. Bogart

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Location

Honolulu

Website

http://manoa.hawaii.edu/asianstudies

Address

1890 E West Road
Honolulu, HI
96822

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

UH Manoa Asian Studies Department

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