Myths and Ideologies in the United States
Overview
Subject area
AMST
Catalog Number
216
Course Title
Myths and Ideologies in the United States
Department(s)
Description
This course will focus on one or more components of U. S. national mythology, such as the United States as the land of opportunity and success, the United States as the nation of nations, the United States as a new land free of history, and the United States as a light to all nations. The course will consider the origin and development of such myths, their deployment in a number of different areas of U. S. culture and social life, and their truth or falsity.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
009505