2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

PROV 105 - American Cultures

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable
This course provides an introduction to US cultures with a focus on diversity within American society. The course uses the concept of culture as a basis for discussing differences in Americans’ experience of family life, work, education, the arts, national and ethnic identities, gender, religion and more. Through ethnographic
readings, literature, film and field projects, students develop a better understanding of similarities and differences across the American experience.

Fulfills Mason Core requirement in global understanding (ACCESS students only).

Equivalent to UNIV 105 (2011-2012 Catalog)

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ACCESS program.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
Grading: Undergraduate Special.
When Offered: Spring