American Studies Summer Institute
The U.S. and the World in the 21st Century: Foreign Policy Dilemmas, Economic Interdependence, and Cultural Exchanges (AMST 687)
For over two decades, teachers and graduate students in American Studies, political science, history, and related disciplines have explored in depth a topic drawn from American history, politics, culture or social policy through the American Studies Summer Institute, co-sponsored by the University and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The intensive two-week program, held at the Kennedy Library, includes informative and thought-provoking lectures and discussions led by a distinguished group of scholars and guests.
This year’s program offers a critical examination of the United States’ global role and influence. We will consider America’s interactions with the world in the arenas of foreign policy, political economy, and cultural exchange. We will also explore the historical roots of contemporary challenges and the intersection of domestic and international issues. As in the past, the Institute will draw upon experts from a variety of disciplines and with diverse perspectives.
The Institute will be directed by Paul Watanabe, Professor of Political Science at the University of Massachusetts-Boston, and Nina Tisch, Education Specialist at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Credit/PDP
Participants may earn three graduate credits in American Studies. For those wishing to receive graduate credit, the fee for this grant-supported course is $195. (A non-credit option is available for $125.) Graduate students must complete a major paper. Teachers who wish to receive graduate credit must complete a 10-page research paper, annotated bibliography, and lesson plan. Teachers may receive PDPs upon completion of a lesson plan.