An interdisciplinary approach to inquiry is one of the hallmarks of a liberal arts education. This course will apply the approaches of two distinct disciplines - Psychology and Literature - towards understanding the Asian American experience. In one thread, we will examine how theories, concepts, and the empirical methods of psychological science can help us understand Asian American fiction. At the same time, we will identify limitations of empirical approaches in capturing the human experience and consider how literature and the phenomenon of fictionality fill these gaps.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 30

Crosslisted Courses:

Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or AP Psychology with a score of 5, or permission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirements: LL - Language and Literature; SBA - Social and Behavioral Analysis

Typical Periods Offered: Every other year

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall

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