The American West
Course Description
The American West is characterized by frontier mythology, vast distances, marked aridity, and unique political and economic characteristics. This course integrates several disciplinary perspectives into a comprehensive examination of Western North America: its history, physical geography, climate, literature, art, film, institutions, politics, demography, economy, and continuing policy challenges. Students examine themes fundamental to understanding the region: time, space, water, peoples, and boom and bust cycles.
AMSTUD 124A
Units: 5
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Typically Offered
Not Available
Grading Basis
Letter (ABCD/NP)
Class Level
Undergraduate
Instructional Mode
In Person
Gen Ed Requirement(s)
WAYS - Aesthetic and Interpretive Inquiry (AII)
WAYS - Social Inquiry (SI)