Linus Yamane

Linus Yamane is a Professor of Economics and Asian American Studies at Pitzer College, one of the Claremont Colleges in California. He has been at Pitzer College since 1988 and is also a core faculty member in the Intercollegiate Department of Asian American Studies. Yamane holds a B.S. in Economics from MIT and a Ph.D. in Economics from Yale University.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Economics, MIT, 1981 (Phi Beta Kappa)
• Master of Arts in Economics, Yale University, 1982
• Master of Philosophy in Economics, Yale University, 1984
• Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, Yale University, 1991

Yamane's research interests focus on labor market status of Asian Americans, labor market discrimination, macroeconomics, Japan, and Asian American Studies. His work examines issues of racial discrimination in the labor market, particularly focusing on Asian Americans, Vietnamese immigrants, and Filipina/o Americans. He also researches economic cycles, Japanese economy, and statistical methods in economics.

His publications show a strong focus on the intersection of race, ethnicity, and labor economics. Over his career, he has examined the 'model minority' myth, glass ceilings for Asian Americans, and the labor market experiences of various Asian American subgroups including biracial Asian and White individuals, Vietnamese immigrants, and Filipina/o Americans. His work combines rigorous econometric analysis with critical race theory perspectives.

Yamane has received recognition for his contributions to Asian American Studies and economics, though specific awards are not detailed in the available information.

As an educator, Yamane has advised numerous students and taught a wide range of courses including Statistics, Econometrics, Macroeconomics, and specialized courses on Japanese economy and Asian American experiences. He has served as the Resident Director of the Associated Kyoto Program in Kyoto, Japan, demonstrating his international engagement.

He is also involved with various professional activities including presenting at academic conferences such as the Western Economic Association Meetings and participating in departmental and college committees.