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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

AS 229LEC - Contemporary Asian Societies

Introduces students to major features of societies in East, Southeast, and South Asia, and may incorporate material on Central and Southwest Asia depending on the instructor. Discusses the ways in which social scientists analyze contemporary societies and survey theories developed by social scientists to explain social phenomena in contemporary Asian societies. This course is the same as PSC 229  and GEO 229 and course repeat rules will apply. Students should consult with their major department regarding any restrictions on their degree requirements.

Credits: 3

Grading
Graded (GRD)

Typically Offered:
Spring