Japenese has become one of the most widely taught foreign languages in the United States. It has assumed critical importance in a wide range of professions and interests, from politics and diplomacy to business, education and cutting-edge technology. But the recent growth of the Pacific Rim as an economic and technological giant in world affairs has spurred a fascination with the region's cultures as well as a practical interest in its languages. Hamilton serves both these needs through a minor in Japanese, offered through the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department.
The study of Japanese at Hamilton emphasizes language proficiency while introducing students to Japanese literature, film, culture and society. The program provides rigorous, intensive training in reading, writing and speaking Japanese. Upper-level courses are conducted entirely in Japanese.
Japanese language study in the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department satisfies requirements in the Asian Studies Program. Conversely, students are encouraged to strengthen their understanding of cross-cultural issues in the region by taking elective courses in Asian studies.
In the best liberal arts tradition, classes are small and interactive, with one-to-one engagement with teachers. Hamilton's emphasis on close student-faculty relationships is especially important in language-based programs, where continual engagement and participation are critical to learning.
With its emphasis on language proficiency and an understanding of contemporary culture, the minor in Japanese is excellent training for further studies in graduate school as well as professional careers in international trade, government service, diplomacy, private business, education, journalism and related fields.
Japanese language study in the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department satisfies requirements in the Asian Studies Program. Conversely, students are encouraged to strengthen their understanding of cross-cultural issues in the region by taking elective courses in Asian studies.
In the best liberal arts tradition, classes are small and interactive, with one-to-one engagement with teachers. Hamilton's emphasis on close student-faculty relationships is especially important in language-based programs, where continual engagement and participation are critical to learning.
With its emphasis on language proficiency and an understanding of contemporary culture, the minor in Japanese is excellent training for further studies in graduate school as well as professional careers in international trade, government service, diplomacy, private business, education, journalism and related fields.
Japanese language study in the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department satisfies requirements in the Asian Studies Program. Conversely, students are encouraged to strengthen their understanding of cross-cultural issues in the region by taking elective courses in Asian studies.
In the best liberal arts tradition, classes are small and interactive, with one-to-one engagement with teachers. Hamilton's emphasis on close student-faculty relationships is especially important in language-based programs, where continual engagement and participation are critical to learning.
With its emphasis on language proficiency and an understanding of contemporary culture, the minor in Japanese is excellent training for further studies in graduate school as well as professional careers in international trade, government service, diplomacy, private business, education, journalism and related fields.
