American Studies Certificate

Program Learning Outcome 1

Recognize and understand the range of approaches and debates within the field of American Studies and their development over time.

Program Learning Outcome 2

Understand research methods and/or theoretical perspectives that inform contemporary American Studies scholarship.

Program Learning Outcome 3

Apply multi-disciplinary methods and theories scholars use in American Studies to diverse objects of study (i.e. primary source texts, visual imagery, material culture, everyday life).

Program Learning Outcome 4

Develop skills in expressing oneself orally and in writing.

Program Learning Outcome 5

Design and execute an interdisciplinary research project that contributes to the field of American Studies and/or applies American Studies perspectives to the real world through scholarship, internships, and/or projects within the scope of the field.