American Studies
American Studies at Rowan University
The American Studies curriculum is a guided interdisciplinary program that combines structure with choice. The Introduction to American Studies will help you to synthesize the varying approaches and methods you will master during your college career. You will study in each of the departments of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences within selected courses addressing issues in American society, culture and geography. The program will introduce you to the diversity of ideas who comprise America.
The American Studies specialization draws its coursework from different humanities departments at Rowan, including English, Geography, History, Law and Justice Studies, Political Science and Sociology. Students choose from courses that address issues in American society, culture and geography. By learning to make connections across different disciplines, students develop strong critical thinking and writing skills as well as a sophisticated understanding of the American cultural landscape. No other major offers such a wide exposure to thinking and scholarship in an array of areas.
Rowan American Studies graduates have pursued graduate degrees at the following institutions:
Emory University, Temple University, Stockton College, University of Delaware and Rowan University, Rutgers University Law School
Rowan American Studies graduates have found employment at the following places:
Bancroft NeuroHealth, Cerebral Palsy of Monmouth and Ocean County, Independent Blue Cross, Paetech Communications, Rutgers University, The American Cancer Society, Greenwich Township Board of Education, Pine Hill School District, Logan Township Elementary School and Enterprise Rent-a-car.
