HIS 354 - U.S. Social History Since 1940 (1)

World War II brought about a number of social revolutions that would dramatically transform the nature of American society and national identity during the second half of the Twentieth Century. We will examine in-depth the movements for social justice that emerged in the post-war decades, including the Women’s movement, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Anti-War and Student Movements for Democracy. We will explore the “hidden history” of these movements and their continuing impact on contemporary issues.

This course also counts towards the GSS major. Prerequisite: junior standing or permission of instructor. No alternate grade option.
(Humanities) (Intercultural Literacy Intensive)