Introduction to Asian American Theology

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This introductory course, which fulfills World Christianity Limited Elective, will critically engage Asian American theology as theologies constructed in and addressing Asian American contexts. More specifically, the class will explore major Asian American contextual themes of existential negotiations – racialization of Asian American identity; im/migration, citizenship, and empire; gender and sexuality; marginality/liminality and racial melancholy, etc. – through works of Asian American theologians in dialogue with other resources (Asian American studies, Asian American psychology, postcolonial studies, black theology, etc). This course is designed not just for Asian American students: the topics and approaches covered are important to all for understanding identity, context, theology, and ministry.