American Studies (AMST)

American studies is an interdisciplinary major that does not take its subject matter for granted. Instead, it provides opportunities for students to explore questions about the multiple meanings of America and the rich diversity of American identities from a variety of perspectives across the curriculum. How is America defined within different historical, cultural, social, and political contexts? How do these definitions change over time and space and in different communities? By working across the disciplines, students can address critical issues about the culture and society of the U.S. in the past and the present. By working across geographical borders, they can understand the U.S. within comparative and international frameworks.

First-year students may consider enrolling this spring in: