As a major in Asian Studies, you’ll have an opportunity to experience Asia—without leaving our campus. The majority of our classes are held in Furman Hall, but our entire campus serves as a classroom for our students. We have it all, from an authentic Japanese temple near Furman’s Swan Lake to language houses where you can practice Japanese or Mandarin. Explore our facilities.

Place of Peace

Place of Peace

The Place of Peace is the first Japanese temple ever to be dismantled and reconstructed in America. Built in 1984 and donated by the Tsuzuki family, it is used as a teaching tool and meeting space for classes in different academic departments.

James B. Leavell Reading Room

James B. Leavell Reading Room

Located in Furman Hall, the reading room is used for welcome receptions, open houses, and other student events. We've even hosted diplomats and Chinese opera singers here. When not hosting an event, the reading room is open to students.

Language Houses

Language Houses

Our language houses offer a great living and learning experience for students who are interested in studying the same language. You'll work with a language house assistant who's a native speaker, and engage in cultural events.

Modern Language Center

Modern Language Center

Our Modern Language Center provides videos and audio instructional books in Chinese, Japanese, and other languages to help you practice your language skills.

Mango Languages Software

Mango Languages Software

Want to study a language we don't offer at Furman? Check out our online language learning tool, Mango Languages. This software uses basic conversations to get you comfortable with a new language.

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