Friday, February 26, 2010
American Studies
Taking this American studies course has been very interesting to me because of all the interesting things we have been learning about have really opened my eyes up. I always thought music was strictly for people who liked to party. Music and the way it plays a major part in our society has been very interesting to me. Music and beats that were made decades ago are still being blended into today's version of certain songs by musicians of today. This course has really made me compare & contrast the styles of musicians and also the business aspect of the music industry For example (Tin Pan Alley) I have also taken another American Studies course that interested me; therefore, I am really considering minoring in American Studies. Because it teaches me about American ways and society as a whole. Overall this course makes me aware of past issues and how to perceive things that have gone on in America and things that are currently going on in America.
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The cool thing about American Studies is some courses may already count towards a minor -- like U.S. literature or history courses. I would definitely encourage you to minor in it, not only because it is my major, but because of all the things I've learned and the knowledge of the professors.
ReplyDeleteJamimaleson-I encourage you to minor in American Studies as well. I would recommend meeting with John Burdick (his email is burdick5@buffalo.edu), he is the undergraduate advisor and he can answer any questions you may have. The department would love to have you. And the great thing about American Studies is how truly interdisciplinary it is-the academic opportunities are endless.
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