Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
American Studies has emerged as a pivotal discipline for examining issues of ethnicity and race in America. Initial research primarily explored the histories and cultures of distinct communities, but the field has evolved to emphasize theoretical frameworks and cross-group comparisons. This academic track invites students to investigate both the unique characteristics and varied manifestations of racial and ethnic identities in American society through specialized courses on particular groups alongside comparative studies.