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American Studies > Requirements

Major Requirements
Nine courses are required for the American Studies major:

A) American Studies 110: Introduction to American Studies
B) At least one section of American Studies 200: Topics (team-taught
seminar)
C) At least one course in American politics or history
D) At least one course in American literature, art, or music
E) Four electives chosen in consultation with the American Studies advisor
F) Any one course toward the major must be taken at the 300-level.
G) Any two courses toward the major must deal with issues and material related to African American Studies.
H) Senior Seminar requirement: American Studies 480 (team-taught seminar)

Minor Requirements
Six courses are required for the American Studies minor:

A) American Studies 110: Introduction to American Studies
B) American Studies 200: Topics (team-taught seminar)
C) Four electives chosen in consultation with the American Studies advisor
D) Any one course toward the minor must deal with issues and materials related to African American studies.