Film Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I declare a Film Studies minor?
Declaration forms are available on our website. Before filling out the form, you should make an appointment with either the LCST Director ( ) or the Director of Film Studies, currently Arthur Knight ( ).

They can talk you through the process, give advice on what courses you should consider, or suggest someone who could serve as an advisor for your program. If you're thinking of majoring in the Cultural Studies track, you should first consider what components you would use to build up a specialized program of study: specific courses or disciplines that work together as a combined approach to your topic. Some options here include a comparative study of different literatures or cultures (typically involving the study of texts in other languages); bringing a set of disciplinary perspectives to bear on a particular topic or period (such as the Renaissance, modernism, or sexuality); and studying a topic in a range of media or cultural forms (e.g. in literature, film, art, and advertising).

When should I declare my minor?
It is recommended that you declare by the end of your sophomore year.

Who will serve as my advisor?
When you declare, you should select an advisor whose interests are close to your own from among the Film Studies (see faculty directory)--but make sure to check with that person first! It's a good idea to be meeting with that person as soon as possible in the process, as s/he can give you more detailed information and advice about what courses are available and relevant to your course of study.