IHAMST 248 CULTURES OF NORTHERN PLAINS INDIANS
An introduction to American Indian studies through the perspectives of Northern Plains Indians, focusing on Plains Indians’ literature, music, art, Indian law, history, and philosophy. Prerequisite: ITW 101. Annually.

IIAMST 210 INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN STUDIES
An interdisciplinary introduction to the nature, methodology, resources, premises, and problems of the American experience. Usually focuses on a particular decade, region, or theme. May be repeated once for credit as topics change. Prerequisite: ITW 101. Fall, Spring.

IIAMST 250 INTERPRETING AMERICAN CULTURES
Interdisciplinary examination of American cultures expressed in a variety of contexts, such as aesthetic, social, historical, philosophical, political, linguistic, religious. May be repeated once for credit as topics change. Prerequisite: ITW 101: Thinking and Writing or its equivalent. Annually.

AMST 290 SPECIAL TOPICS
Exploration of topics in American Studies. May be repeated as topics change. Spring.

AMST 298 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-8 credits
An opportunity for a qualified student to explore work in an area of individual interest, selected and pursued in consultation with a faculty member. Repeatable to a total of 8 credits. Prerequisite: Consent required of the instructor who will supervise the independent study.

AMST 350 PERSPECTIVES ON AMERICAN CULTURE
An examination of a special topic, using primary/secondary materials, drawing on the history and theory of American Studies, this course places a special emphasis on understanding interdisciplinary approaches. The course is designed to prepare students for advanced interdisciplinary work in American Studies or allied disciplines. Prerequisite: ITW 101, IIAMST 210, or permission of instructor.

AMST 390 CRITICAL APPROACHES
Exploration of selected aspects of the American experience viewed from one or more critical perspectives. When appropriate, also listed as ENG-390 or a 400-level English course. May be repeated as topics change. Every two years.

AMST 490 ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS
Exploration of advanced topics in American Studies. May be repeated as topics change. Occasionally.

AMST 495 SEMINAR
An interdisciplinary examination of a selected period, theme, or issue related to the American experience. AMST students will propose seminar paper topics that integrate learning from previous courses in American Studies and related disciplines. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Prerequisites: ITW 101, IIAMST 210, AMST 350, junior standing, and permission of instructor. Spring.

AMST 497 INTERNSHIP
1-4 credits
Experience in the field providing an opportunity to explore and reflect on work/professional options related to American Studies. Settings may be museums, historical/preservation/ restoration organizations, libraries/archives, media, schools, environmental groups, social services, or other related fields. May be repeated to a total of 8 credits. Prerequisites: Permission of American Studies coordinator, and approval and appropriate supervision by core faculty.

AMST 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-8 credits
Intensive study of an issue, problem, or topic related to American Studies. Consent required of the instructor who will supervise the independent study. May be repeated to a total of 8 credits.