Program Overview

Department of American Studies

The Department of American Studies offers a range of undergraduate programs, including majors, minors, and certificates.

Undergraduate Programs

• Major: The American Studies major provides students with a comprehensive understanding of American cultures, histories, and societies.
  • Double Major: Students can pursue a double major in American Studies and another field.
  • Approved Courses/Major: The department offers a variety of approved courses that fulfill major requirements.
• Minors: The department offers several minors, including:
  • Minor in Critical and Comparative Race and Ethnic Studies (CCRES)
  • American Studies Minor
  • Asian American Studies Minor
• Certificate in Curation and Cultural Programming: This certificate program provides students with training in curation and cultural programming.

Course Details

• 050:342:01 - American Sexuality: This course explores the evolving conceptualizations of gender and sexuality in American cultures.
  • Course Code: 01:050:342
  • Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  • Credits: 3
  • Instructor (Core Faculty): Sifuentes-Jáuregui, Ben
  • SAS Core Certified: CCD

Academic Opportunities

• Honors: The department offers honors programs, including the Senior Honors Thesis and the American Studies Honors Society.
• Internships: Students can participate in internships to gain practical experience in their field of study.
• Study Abroad: The department offers study abroad opportunities for students to explore American cultures in international contexts.
• Scholarships: The department offers several scholarships, including the Helene K. Grynberg Scholarship for Majors and the Louise Duus Book Scholarship for Minors.

Research Areas

• Asian American Studies Initiative: The department is home to the Asian American Studies Initiative, which promotes research and scholarship in Asian American studies.
• Joint Degrees: The department offers joint degrees with other departments and programs, allowing students to pursue interdisciplinary studies.

Academic Integrity and Writing Guidelines

• Academic Integrity: The department emphasizes the importance of academic integrity and provides guidelines for students to maintain high standards of academic honesty.
• Writing Guidelines: The department provides writing guidelines to help students develop their writing skills and produce high-quality academic work.