American Studies (AMST)

AMST 201 INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN STUDIES (3)

Interdisciplinary course interpreting American culture through historical documents, literature, film, music, art, and popular expressions. Topic varies. Core: The United States as a Nation.

AMST 491 DIRECTED READINGS IN AMST (3)

Independent research in American Studies on a topic selected by the student in consultation with the instructor. Prerequisite: consent of American Studies coordinator.

AMST 497 INTERNSHIP IN AMERICAN STUDIES (3-9)

Experience designed to integrate American Studies and knowledge with hands-on work experience in local museums, libraries, and similar agencies. A daily log, final report, and 90 hours of participation are required. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 units provided one internship is a 6-unit single-site internship. Prerequisite: consent of American Studies coordinator. Graded S/U.