Appalachian Studies (minor) Appalachian Studies Minor The Appalachian Studies minor gives students the chance to understand Appalachia from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Professors from fields as diverse as history, sociology, biology, literature, religion, and art provide meaningful insight into the unique, rich life of the region. The minor is valuable for anyone seeking employment in Appalachia or for those who simply want to understand the people, places, and ways of the mountains. The Appalachian Studies minor requires 18 credit hours beyond the general education and degree requirements. Required Courses | 6 Credit Hours Class Name Credit Hours HIS 210 History of the Southern Appalachian Region 3 credit hours LIT 331 Appalachian Literature 3 credit hours Elective Courses | Select 12 Credit Hours No more than eight credit hours may be taken from any one academic discipline. Class Name Credit Hours APP 215 Appalachian Music 3 credit hours APP 235 Appalachian Women 3 credit hours APP 288 Special Topics in Appalachian Studies 3 credit hours APP 471 Internship in Appalachia 3 credit hours APP 488 Special Topics in Appalachian Studies 3 credit hours ART 301 Appalachian Photography 3 credit hours BIO 321 Field Botany 4 credit hours BIO 401 Appalachian Ecology 4 credit hours COM 403 Appalachian Documentary Production 3 credit hours LIT 333 The Feminine Voice in Appalachian Literature 3 credit hours ORM 231 Rock Climbing 2 credit hours ORM 233 Hiking and Backpacking 2 credit hours ORM 235 Mountain Biking 2 credit hours THEA 111, 112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412 Clogging 1 credit hour Summer Stephenson Center Courses 46.