American Government, History, Literature, and Law Major
(Fall ‘26)

Examine America Through Its Ideas, Leaders, and Laws
The American Government, History, Literature, and Law major offers an integrated study of the forces that have shaped the United States. Drawing from political science, history, literature, and legal studies, students gain a deep understanding of America’s founding principles, cultural milestones, and constitutional framework—preparing them to think critically, lead effectively, and contribute meaningfully to civic life.

Intellectual Foundations

ISS 2105: Origins of the Contemporary West: I (Ancients to the Scientific Revolution)

ISS 2106: Origins of the Contemporary West: II (Enlightenment to Modernity)

AMS 2813: Classics of American Thought I: Until the Civil War 

AMS 2814: Classics of American Thought II: Since Reconstruction

Themes in American Civilization

AMS 3043: American Law (variable topic 1)

AMS 3806: American Ideas (variable topic 1)

AMS 3523: American Cultural Movements (variable topic 1)

AMS 3334: American Conflicts (variable topic 1)

AMS 3607: American Characters 

AMS 3043: American Law (variable topic 2)

AMS 3806: American Ideas (variable topic 2)

AMS 3523: American Cultural Movements (variable topic 2)

AMS 3334: American Conflicts (variable topic 2)

Senior Thesis

AMS 4970: AGHLL Research Seminar

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