Why study American Studies at MC?

Overview

The Minor in American Studies gives students an opportunity to gain expertise in American culture from a variety of perspectives–literary, historical, philosophical, religious, economic, and political. This diversity of approaches gives strong preparation to those pursuing graduate study with a focus on the U.S. It also helps prepare students interested in careers in politics, public service, or nonprofit service and advocacy.

Associate Professor of English
Dr. Will Phillips
Associate Professor of English
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The Minor in American Studies consists of 15 credit hours and involves courses in seven fields of study.

Required courses include:

Minor and Minor-Related Courses

PLS 122: American Government and Politics(3 hrs)

One course in English chosen from the following courses:

ENG 191: American Literature: Puritan through Romantic(3 hrs)
ENG 292: American Literature: Realism to the Present(3 hrs)
ENG 322: Advanced Studies in American Literature(3 hrs)

One course in History chosen from the following courses:

HIS 131: Early American History: 1492-1865(3 hrs)
HIS 132: Modern American History: 1865-Present(3 hrs)
HIS 251: Economic History of the United States(3 hrs)
HIS 303: Studies in United States History(3 hrs)
HIS 305: African American History: 1500-Present(3 hrs)

Two additional courses from the list below (6 Credit Hours) :

ENG 191: American Literature: Puritan through Romantic(3 hrs)
ENG 292: American Literature: Realism to the Present(3 hrs)
ENG 322: Advanced Studies in American Literature(3 hrs)
HIS 131: Early American History: 1492-1865(3 hrs)
HIS 132: Modern American History: 1865-Present(3 hrs)
HIS 251: Economic History of the United States(3 hrs)
HIS 303: Studies in United States History(3 hrs)
HIS 305: African American History: 1500-Present(3 hrs)
MUS 312: History of Music in the United States(3 hrs)
PHL 211: American Philosophy(3 hrs)
PLS 321: American Political Process(3 hrs)
PLS 322: The Judicial Process(3 hrs)
REL 149: American Christianities(3 hrs)
REL 211: The American Religious Experience(3 hrs)
SOC 217: Gender and Society(3 hrs)
SOC 315: Social Inequality(3 hrs)
SOC 327: Sociology of Culture(3 hrs)

In addition to required courses for majors and minors, Maryville College students take classes in the Maryville Curriculum, a core program of general education. Consisting of 51 credit hours, the Maryville Curriculum ensures that students see their major in a wider context and develop the basic communication, quantitative, and critical thinking skills that are needed for success in college and career.

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