HMG 254 - People and Culture of Southeast Asia

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Concordia University-Saint Paul

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Description:

This course explores the people and culture of countries in Southeast Asia including Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. These Southeast Asia countries known for their ancient culture, increasing modernization and breathtaking beauty, provide a rich setting for interdisciplinary learning. This course is designed to introduce students to the region's history and culture. Students will learn about language, literature, history, religion, economics, politics, education, arts and other aspects of Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian and Laotian cultures. Students will receive an orientation prior to the trip that will acquaint them with the course and its learning objectives. Classroom instruction and cultural appreciation will be integrated with the cultural tours. Particular attention is given to the Hmong experience in two comparative contexts: Southeast Asia, and the United States. The program will take place in a number of southeast Asian countries: Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.(Recommended prerequisite: SOC152)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csp.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 641-8278

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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