Dr. Moon Ho Jung

Professor

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Biography

Moon-Ho Jung is a Professor and holds the Harry Bridges Endowed Chair in Labor Studies at the University of Washington. He completed his Ph.D. at Cornell University in 2000. His research interests predominantly revolve around Asian American history, exploring topics such as empire, colonialism, labor, nationalism, and political history with a strong emphasis on race and ethnicity within the United States. He teaches a variety of courses, including Race in American History and Asian American History, fostering a vibrant academic community focused on historiographical shifts and debates. Jung is actively engaged in comparative history, guiding students through theoretical frameworks that examine race and nation in U.S. history. He encourages them to read widely across disciplines to understand the evolution of these concepts within the narrative of American national identity. His recent publication includes a new book titled 'Menace Empire.'

Research Interests

Courses

HSTAA 231 Race in American History HSTAA 205 Asian American History HSTAA 406 Asian American Activism HSTRY 597 History Research Seminar HSTRY 596 History Research Seminar HSTRY 498 B: Colloquium in History HSTAA 522 American History: Writings and Interpretations 1870

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.