AMST 1102: American Identities

3 Credit Hours

This course explores what it means to be “American.” Examining “American Identities” from local and global perspectives, and through a variety of disciplinary frameworks, this course focuses on the diverse forms of “American Identity,” as well as the social and cultural histories that have shaped these identities. Students examine their own and others’ identities. Students gain knowledge and skills related to intercultural relations through various methods that include research, reading, writing, performance, and class activities.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Identify the influence of culture on your experiences to analyze how cultural and social contexts affect your perspectives.
Evaluate various forms of source material, including scholarly and popular multi-media texts.
Consider and engage with multiple points of view.
Synthesize research, experiences, and personal reflections to create a project articulating your understanding of the United States and your place in it.