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Our interdisciplinary approach to research and education delves into the historical, literary, political, and cultural aspects of the United States. We examine America through global and comparative perspectives. Our expertise is internationally acclaimed in these fields: Indigenous American studies, spatial and environmental research, identity studies including race, gender, and sexuality, constitutional rights movements, and American literary traditions.
Our distinguished, student-centered teaching leverages global partnerships, featuring a robust study-abroad initiative with institutions throughout North America and the Pacific. Cutting-edge facilities like our campus media lab and TV studio enable groundbreaking creative projects, enhancing both our research and educational offerings.