ASST 150 A-Z - Special Topics in Asian StudiesSemester Hours: 1-3
Periodically
Exploration of specific issues in the discipline of Asian studies. Topics of this course will vary and provide students with the opportunity to work closely with Hofstra faculty on an Asian studies topic. Requirements for the course vary but will usually include course meetings, small group sessions, and field work. Special topics courses are often coordinated with guest scholars — including academics, practitioners, activists and writers — and may include a public lecture that registered students are required to attend. Topics have included: the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, Asia in New York, and others.
Current Special Topics
ASST 150C: Japanese Aesthetics through Flower Arranging
This course introduces Japanese Aesthetics through Ikebana (Japanese Flower Arrangement). Classes will consist of both lecture and hands-on workshops. In addition, students will learn about the history and practice of Ikebana, while building a solid foundation in practicing it as well. During each session, students will complete one flower arrangement (an activity/flower fee of $150 will be collected separately). The style of Ikebana to be taught is based on that of the Ikenobo school, the oldest Ikebana school in Japan.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May be repeated for credit when topics vary. As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. (Formerly Workshops in Asian Studies; 1 s.h.)
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