Introduction
The following minor may be combined with a major in history or in political science for a major concentration, or may be elected as a minor by majors in other fields. For description of courses, see the sections of cooperating departments.
Student Resources
Department website: East Asian Studies
Contact information: Emi Bushelle, minor information director, Bond Hall 344, 360-650-4954, foulke@wwu.edu; Dylan Gibson, program coordinator, Miller Hall 223, 360-650-7779, gibsond6@wwu.edu
Degree Works: Current students should also log on to Degree Works to check student-specific program progress.
Career Services Center: Connect major to a career
Sample Careers: International Consultant, International Business Manager, International Sales, Foreign News Correspondent, Tour Guide/Agent, Museum Administrator, Librarian/Information Specialist, Foreign Service Worker, FBI/CIA Agent, Intelligence Researcher, Cultural Officer, Foreign Diplomat, Immigration Agent, College Professor, Secondary Education Teacher
How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):
To declare the minor, schedule an appointment with Director Emi Bushelle. The Director will review with you the complete list of options for core courses and electives in the area of Asian Studies that is of particular interest to you.
Grade Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors.