The Appalachian studies minor offers students diverse opportunities for academic study, service learning, participatory research, community outreach, and advocacy related to the Appalachian region.
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This is not a degree program - it is a minor, but it complements a variety of degrees in the humanities.
Program Requirements
You must meet MSU's admission requirements.
Appalachian Studies Core
- APS 201 - Introduction to Appalachian Studies (3)
Five of the following for a total of fifteen credit hours:
- ART 468 - Appalachian Arts (3)
- ENG 360 - Appalachian Literature (3)
- GEO 341 - Appalachia (3)
- HIS 322 - History of Appalachia (3)
- MUSH 261 - Folk and Country Music Listening (3)
- SOC 459 - Appalachian Culture (3)
Two three-hour electives for a total of six credit hours from the following (may include courses not already selected above):
- AGR 319 - Herbs (3)
- BIOL 318 - Local Flora (3)
- ENG 394 - Language and Society
- HIS 323 - History of Kentucky
- GEO 345 - Environmental Geography (3)
- GOVT 344 - Kentucky Government (3)
- MUST 103 - 001 Practical Theory for the Traditional Musician (2) (May be combined with Private Instruction or Ensemble classes offered for one hour of credit by KCTM for a total of 3 credit hours)
- RAPP 201 - Intro to Regional Analysis (3)
- RAPP 202 - Basic Computer Tech in Regional Analysis (3)
- RAPP 289 - Regional Natural History
Total of 24 hours
For a complete list of program requirements visit the undergraduate catalog website.
Career Opportunities
A minor in Appalachian studies may assist you with careers in the following:
- Analysis and development
- Archives and historic preservation
- Community organizing and development
- Environmental research
- Law
- Museums
- Nonprofit and government agencies that serve the region
- Public policy
- Teaching in a range of disciplines
MSU's Career Services offers career planning, interview and resume preparation assistance, internship placement, and services to help you find a job after you graduate.