The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U of I, Illinois, University of Illinois, or UIUC) is a public land-grant research university in Champaign, Illinois, and Urbana, Illinois. It is the flagship institution of the University of Illinois system and was founded in 1867. With over 56,000 students, the University of Illinois is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in Champaign, IL, the Department of Asian American Studies offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary exploration of the diverse experiences of Asians in the United States. It delves into their historical journeys and contemporary lives, examining vital topics such as immigration, race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and the ongoing pursuit of social justice. The department is dedicated to advancing understanding and connecting scholarly work with the vibrant activities of Asian American communities locally and globally. Offering undergraduate majors and minors, alongside a graduate minor, the program has a rich history shaped by student advocacy. Faculty are engaged scholars who foster critical thinking and community involvement.
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