American Studies
(Interdisciplinary Studies major and minor)
Office: 235 Fenton Hall
(716) 673-3430
E-mail: American.Studies@fredonia.edu
Christina S. Jarvis, Coordinator
Website: http://www.fredonia.edu/department/americanstudies/
American Studies is an interdisciplinary field of study that examines the historical development and contemporary status of American cultures, including those of the American hemisphere. The American Studies major and minor programs are designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the multiplicity of American cultures and to serve as a useful preparation for careers in such fields as business, advertising, public relations, government service, law, journalism, television, and education.
Requirements for the Major in American Studies (39 credit hours)
Required Core Courses: (9 credit hours)
Introduction to American Studies |
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American Identities |
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United States History I |
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United States History II |
Exploratory and preparatory courses (6 credit hours chosen from the following course list)
American Popular and Mass Cultures |
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Holidays and American Culture |
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Comparative North America |
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Nineteenth Century American Culture |
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Twentieth Century American Culture |
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United States Immigration |
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Special Topics |
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Mass Media and Society |
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U.S. Consumer Culture |
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American Politics |
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U.S. and World Affairs |
or other courses as advised.
Special topics courses in one of the five concentrations listed below (21 credit hours)
Courses should come from at least two disciplines, and no more than 12 credit hours can be taken from any one department.
Additionally, no more than 9 credit hours may be taken at the 100- or 200-level. Students should plan their concentrations carefully because they may need to complete additional prerequisites before enrolling in upper-level courses in various disciplines.
Capstone project or seminar (3 credit hours)
Students may choose either AMST 400, AMST 401, or AMST 402 to fulfill this option.
Total Credits in Major: 39
