This article discusses the growing interest of scholars studying the connections between Asian and Hispanic populations and cultures. Scholars examining transnational communities and relationships often fend off skepticism from peers in longer-established, clearly defined academic disciplines who wonder about the relevancy of their pursuits, novelty aside. Transnational studies show how migrant groups throughout history have struggled for social acceptance and fair treatment in any place where they settle, including the United States, while typically working the least-desirable, lowest-paid, most dangerous jobs.