ADV African American Studies
Examine the history of race relations in the United States and explore how the Americas have historically defined and redefined race.
History & Social Sciences
The History & Social Sciences Department offers a relevant, diverse, and challenging curriculum. When we study history, we are better able to grasp the forces that affect our own lives and better able to understand how the world really works. In doing so, our students gain a richer understanding of the stories and perspectives that have shaped, and continue to shape, our world. In all our courses, we are committed to developing each student’s skills, particularly critical thinking, research and media literacy, written and oral communication, collaboration, and creativity.
History & Social Science Courses
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ADV American Studies: Criminal Justice
Introduces students to the five main elements of the criminal justice system: the law, the police, the courthouse, incarceration, and the process of reentry into society. This course includes a travel component during the Project: Pomfret period.
ADV Psychology
Learn how psychological research is conducted and the ethical standards applied to such research. Human behavior will be examined through the biological, cognitive, and social lenses.
ADV Topics in American Studies
A survey of U.S. History from the eve of the American Revolution to the present day, focusing on the political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural trends that have existed over the past three centuries.
ADV Topics in Global Studies
This course takes a thematic approach to analyze important points in world history throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas.
ADV US Government & Politics
Teaches students to understand and critically analyze the important concepts in United States politics through the in-depth study of American government, its foundations, and contemporary discourse.
Asian American History
This course challenges students to rethink and reframe the conventional Asian immigration narrative by examining the vast diversity within the social construct of "Asian American."
Bigger Than Ourselves
Learn about the complexities of food insecurity in America. Students will manage an on-campus food pantry, deliver meals in partnership with a local agency, and explore the history and policies of food programs.
Building & Spending Wealth in America's Gilded Age
Examine political, economic, and cultural developments in the United States from approximately 1873 to 1920.
Caribbean Studies
Explore the diverse histories, cultures, and ideologies of Caribbean societies.
Comparative Religions I: Abrahamic Monotheism (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam)
Examine the Abrahamic faiths—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—through their beliefs, practices, and histories.
Comparative Religions II: Eastern Spirituality
Investigate Eastern religions and spirituality, exploring their philosophies, practices, and sacred texts.
Comparative Religions III: Folk Religion & New Religious Movements
Explore tribal and folk religious traditions, along with new religious movements, analyzing their practices, beliefs, and historical context.
Economics Series: Economics and Entrepreneurship
Learn about starting and managing a small business as you practice pitching ideas, develop marketing strategies, and gain insights from local businesses and successful Pomfret alumni.
Economics Series: Macroeconomics
In this course, which features a stock trading simulation, students will analyze national income and GDP, examine inflation and unemployment, and explore the basic tools of finance.
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