Welcome
The American and New England Studies program at the University of Southern Maine provides a wide ranging, interdisciplinary course of study leading to the degree of Master of Arts.
Unlike many interdisciplinary graduate programs at other universities, our program has its own dedicated faculty and curriculum. Our faculty are all nationally recognized in their fields, and the seminar format of our classes ensures that students receive individualized attention. Our curriculum is both regionally and nationally focused, examining questions of New England and American identity and experience through a variety of critical perspectives.
Students have ample opportunity to do original research by drawing on the rich collections at the USM Library and other local cultural institutions. We cater to a wide range of student interests: not only do we prepare students for Ph.D. programs and for work in museums and historical societies, we also number many middle school and high school teachers among our students, as well as many students from all walks of life who are simply interested in the subject matter we have to offer.
What's New
ANES Students go to MFA
The ANE Museums and Public Culture class spent a spring day at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Read more about the trip.
ANES Fall Courses
Registration for Fall 2011 courses begins on Monday, Monday, April 11, 2011 for matriculated Graduate students. Non-matriculated Graduate students may begin registering on Monday, April 25, 2011. See all of the ANES Fall 2011 offerings.
Upcoming Lectures
Professor Donna Cassidy will be presenting a lecture on "Picturing Place: Watercolor and American Modern Art," on Wednesday, May 18, 5:30 pm, Strand Theatre, Rockland, Maine. The lecture is a part of the Farnsworth Art Museum's Achieving American Art Series: Andrew Wyeth and Post-World War II Art.
