​American Studies
American studies is an interdisciplinary program that examines the history, literature, culture, and institutions that make up the American experience. This flexible course of study allows individuals to design their programs according to their own needs and interests. Students may concentrate their American studies electives within a single traditional discipline, or they may form a new synthesis by choosing from among the more than 80 courses designated as American studies electives. This program seeks to develop students' power of analysis, responsiveness, expression, and computation.
Career possibilities for American studies majors:
lawyer
administrator
teacher
government official
journalist
civil service
communications
The Major
A major is offered in American studies which leads to the bachelor of arts degree.
For a listing of course descriptions and degree requirements, please see the course catalog.
Bachelor of Arts
The Faculty
Rev. Jon A. Alexander, O.P., Ph.D. (History)
Joseph P. Cammarano, Ph.D. (Political Science)
Suzanne J. Fournier, Ph.D. (English)
Richard J. Grace, Ph.D. (History)
Bruce E. Graver, Ph.D. (English)
Rev. Kenneth Gumbert, O.P., M.F.A. (Theatre, Dance, and Film)
Eric L. Hirsch, Ph.D. (Sociology)
Deborah J. Johnson, Ph.D. (Art & Art History)
Jeffrey A. Johnson, Ph.D. (History), Director
John M. Lawless, Ph.D. (History)
Margaret Manchester, Ph.D. (History)
Keith Morton, Ph.D. (English/Public & Community Service Studies)
Ann W. Norton, Ph.D. (Art & Art History)
Margaret K. Reid, Ph.D. (English)
Josephine A. Ruggiero, Ph.D. (Sociology)
​Contact
Location: Phillips Memorial Library 213
Phone: 401-865-1784
Fax: 401-865-2057