American Studies Minor

The American Studies Minor utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to help students develop their understanding of important political and social issues, cultural trends, and historical periods in the United States. Students will strengthen their critical thinking skills through close reading and analysis of texts and an examination of topics in American Studies through a variety of disciplinary and critical lenses. They will improve their writing and communication skills through discussion, written analyses, and presentations. Finally, they will develop research skills through independent research projects. At least half of the classes required for the minor will be taught through a hybrid delivery method, combining online instruction with six Saturday morning lectures held at the Myrtle Beach Education Center.

Student Learning Objectives

Students who complete an American Studies Minor will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of key topics in the social and cultural history of the United States.
2. Demonstrate critical thinking skills through the oral and written analysis of texts using a variety of disciplinary and critical perspectives.
3. Synthesize information effectively in forming oral and written arguments about topics in American Studies.
4. Conduct independent research in the field of American Studies.