The program in Asian/Pacific/American Studies, housed in the Department of Social and Cultural Analysis (SCA), offers a rigorous and broad education in the history and contemporary experiences of Asian peoples—whether from East Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, or from diasporic communities across the world—in the present-day Americas. Students gain an understanding of Asian American culture in relation to such topics as law, art, health, urban politics, community studies, (popular) culture, language, and art. The program collaborates closely with the A/P/A Institute to bring important artists, scholars, performers, and activists to campus where they engage in close dialogue with undergraduates, faculty, and the broader New York City community. Its stellar teaching staff, many of whom also have prominent careers as curators, activists, and artists, offers a diverse range of courses from the politics of beauty to secret histories of New York City.
Minor Declaration
To request declaration of a CAS minor, CAS students should visit the host department. To request declaration of a minor in another NYU school, CAS students should complete the online Minor Application available in their Albert Student Center. Students may also use the Minor Application in Albert to request cancellation of a minor in CAS or in another NYU unit.
Program Requirements
This minor requires five 4-credit courses (20 credits) completed with a grade of C or better (courses graded Pass/Fail do not count) as outlined below.
Select three designated Asian and Pacific American Studies courses.
12
Total Credits
20
Policies
Program Policies
Policies Applying to the Minor
Of the three required designated Asian and Pacific American Studies electives, at least two of the three courses must be taught by SCA faculty. One Asian/Pacific/American language course can count as an elective if taught by SCA faculty. Cross-listed electives are scheduled under SCA-UA 700 to 899 and SCA-UA 100 to 699 are Faculty electives.
Policy on Double Counting of Courses
Majors
Majors may share (double count) two courses with a second major, with permission from the other department/program.
Minors
Minors may share (double count) one course with a major or a second minor, with permission from the other department/program.