Department of American Studies

Whether you are interested in writing, history, advanced education, working in the non-profit sector, or just want to become more familiar with the culture and background of American society, you will find yourself at home in the Department of American Studies.

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Recent News

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Alumna Sarah Super Receives the 2021 CLA Emerging Alumni Award

Congratulations, Sarah Super, on your 2021 CLA Emerging Alumni Award!

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Kate Beane: Returning home, restoring a name

The epitome of a lifelong learner, Kate Beane has worked tirelessly to understand the links between the historic and contemporary experiences of her Native community.

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Fall 2021 Welcome Letter from the Chair of the American Studies Department

Learn about awards, events, and special announcements within the American Studies Department.

Marroquin Norby untangles the narratives of cross-cultural encounters

Patricia Marroquin Norby (PhD '13, American studies), inaugural Associate Curator of Native American Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the first full-time Native…

Patricia Marroquin Norby Is Bringing a Native Perspective to the Met

Patricia Marroquin Norby, PhD graduate of the American Studies Department, is building trust and inclusive relationships with indigenous communities as the first indigenous…