American Studies, B.A.

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Degree Type
Bachelor of Arts
Department

Students, regardless of their career goals, will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to take constructive action for social change in their communities and workplaces, nation and the world.

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An Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts Program

Explore the history and culture of the United States, social and economic structure, forms of cultural expression, and political and legal institutions. Courses integrate history, sociology, literature, and media studies and are designed to encourage the development of critical thinking, debate, and clear expository writing. 

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Liberal arts education with career preparation

Through its internship program, the major provides students with broad, flexible training appropriate to a wide array of jobs. The interdisciplinary major provides useful preparation for graduate school and careers in education, media, law, government, and social work. Students, regardless of their career goals, will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to take constructive action for social change in their communities and workplaces, nation and the world.