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Welcome to the Asian Studies research guide. Here you will find information about finding databases, books and reference materials, and course guides related to the study of Asian religions, cultures, and history. You may also want to reference the Sociology research guide for additional information.

Commonly used resources:

Asian American Drama This link opens in a new window More than 250 plays. Topics include railroad construction, Japanese American internment, the Vietnam conflict, assimilation, integration, and cultural identity in a Western context. Terms of Use. Coverage: Late 19th century-present.
Asian Film Online: Volume 1 This link opens in a new window A comprehensive repository of documentaries, feature films, and shorts that provides a first-hand perspective into contemporary Asian issues through the voices of Asian filmmakers and content producers. Terms of Use. Coverage: 1938-present.
Kanopy This link opens in a new window Streaming films and documentaries from Criterion Collection, Kino Lorber, The Great Courses, and Psychotherapy.net. Faculty may log in and request additional films on https://www.kanopy.com/search to be added per the Streaming Video Policy. | Terms of Use. Coverage: 1894-present.