The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1880 by Robert Maclay Widney, it is the oldest private research university in California. The university is composed of one liberal arts school, the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, and 22 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, enrolling roughly 21,000 undergraduate and 28,500 post-graduate students from all fifty U.S. states and more than 115 countries. It is a member of the Association of American Universities, which it joined in 1969, and is also one of the wealthiest academic institutions in America.
Located at the University of Southern California in vibrant Los Angeles, the Department of American Studies and Ethnicity provides a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment for exploring the intricate tapestry of American culture and identity. It offers a unique lens to examine the United States, focusing on diverse peoples, cultures, history, and social issues, particularly in the Western US. The department encourages critical engagement with the profound impact of race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexuality, and religion, covering topics from social movements and popular culture to immigration and urban studies. Drawing on both humanities and social sciences, the program fosters a comprehensive understanding of American complexities and prepares students for a wide range of career paths.
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