from the 2000-2001 Catalog:

An exploration of the human geography, demography, and social and cultural organization of East Asian societies, intended to help students develop a synoptic view of this important region. Readings include both classics of East Asian anthropology and recent scholarship; films and music add visual and aural dimensions. In addition to work with local library resources and traditional tools of scholarship, students use Geographic Information System (GIS) software to create maps, and will develop and publish web projects expressive of their particular interests.