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In American Studies at the University of Amsterdam, we study the United States – from inside and out – historically and with an eye toward the present. We explore politics and foreign policy, but also the culture that has influenced and reflected the world.

Lecturers

Dr. G.H. (George) Blaustein

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Dr. C.S.M. (Katy) Hull PhD

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Prof. dr. R.V.A. (Ruud) Janssens

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Dr. M.S. (Manon) Parry

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Dr. J.M. (Jack) Thompson PhD

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

PhD candidates / postdocs

J.P.L.M. (Joris) Ammerlaan MA

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

C.P. (Carl) Deussen

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Mr. drs. H.S. (Harry) Eisenberger

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

H. (Hugo) Schalkwijk MA

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Dr. R.I. (Rebecca) Wynter

Faculty of Humanities

Geschiedenis

Study programmes

Master American Studies

Study the United States - from inside and out - historically and with an eye towards the present. Explore politics and foreign policy, but also the culture that has influenced and reflected the world.

Minor American Studies

The United States remains a superpower that has a global influence. American politics, social movements, and culture has an impact on most societies and individuals, ranging from diplomacy, to Black Lives Matter protests, to movies, streaming services, and music. This minor that will introduce you to the history, culture, and politics of the United States.