2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

CHIN 328 - Asian American Women Writers

Credits: 3 (NR)
Introduction to selected works by female writers of Chinese, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, and Korean descent. Analyzes themes, form, style, language, and structure of a variety of works, mainly novels and short stories. Assesses role and significance of writings as part of ethnic American and women’s literature by exploring questions of identity formation and disintegration, and how they are rooted in gender, social status, ethnicity, community, geography, and generational conflict.

Fulfills general education requirement in literature.

Notes: Taught in English. Knowledge of Asian languages not required.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0