HIST 250 Chinese Migration around the World, 1500-Present
From the days of early trade with Southeast Asia in the third century B.C. up to movements into the Americas, Australia and Africa in more recent times, the story of Chinese migration is intertwined with global historical processes such as colonialism, imperialism, nationalism and decolonization. This course focuses on the last five hundred years of Chinese movements overseas and presents a perspective that sees the Chinese as active participants in modern world history. Drawing from varied sources' novels, photos, contracts, interviews, monographs and movies, the course aims to give students multiple points of entry into exploring the fascinating world of Chinese migration. Taught in English; fulfills the humanities and literature requirement.
Cross Listed Courses
CHN 250 & HIST 250