Discover the World Through Asian Studies at 食色视频 State

  • At 食色视频 State, the Asian Studies program opens doors to the world. Whether you are pursuing a future in education, business, or non-profit sectors, our program equips you with the knowledge and skills to succeed. Immerse yourself in the languages and cultures of Asia and prepare for a future that transcends borders.  

    Multifaceted Exploration: Our program offers a multidimensional journey into Asian Studies. Delve into the languages and cultures, literature, philosophy, religion, art, history, politics, education, business, and other aspects of this vast continent.

    Language Proficiency: Choose from languages such as Chinese, Japanese, or Korean and master the essential communication skills needed for professional and personal interactions. 

    Interdisciplinary Approach: Gain a comprehensive understanding of Asian cultures and societies through a comparative and interdisciplinary lens. Our approach fosters holistic cultural competence, enabling you to thrive in Asia-related contexts. 

    Real-World Experience: Elevate your career readiness with a range of opportunities. Engage in study abroad and exchange programs in Asia, unlock internship possibilities, and explore the Asian Studies/MBA Double OWL Pathways program for a unique blend of business abilities and cultural understanding. 

    Career Possibilities: Our graduates are making a real impact in educational, business, and non-profit organizations related to Asia. Join them and embark on a fulfilling career that allows you to connect, collaborate, and excel in the ever-evolving global landscape. 

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ASIA 3398: Asian Studies Internship

  • Every summer (June & July), F2F, hybrid, online
  • For identified and approved Asian Studies majors and minors 
  • Students who have declared the Asian Studies major will be given PRIORITY.
  • Each student will gain 6-12 credit hours at various internships, with 70% paid positions.

Interviews start in February.

Directed by Dr. May Gao (mgao@kennesaw.edu) , SAUPO Chair, Professor of Communication & Asian Studies

Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO)

SAUPO logo featuring a stylized globe with motion lines to the left of the acronym 'SAUPO' in bold blue letters. Below the acronym is the full name in smaller blue text: 'Symposium on Asia-USA Partnership Opportunities

Annually in Atlanta, Shanghai, or Tokyo

  • Largest annual Asia business conference in the USA
  • Organized by 食色视频 Asian Studies Program, since 2011
  • SAUPO companies share resources about internships, scholarships and jobs for 食色视频 Asian Studies students and Asian language students. 

Next SAUPO to be held on Friday April 17, 2026 at the 食色视频 CENTER

SAUPO Website

 

Asian Studies Learning Resources

ASIA 1102: Introduction to Asian Cultures shared materials

Contact

Sha Huang Asian Studies Program Director

shuang5@kennesaw.edu