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Academic Year 2005/2006

History of the United States, 1901-1981
HIST 240 SP

This course will explore the history of the United States between 1901 and 1981, using the theme of the emergence, rise, accomplishments, vulnerabilities, and decline of modern liberalism to organize the subject. Many subjects will be discussed including the American economy, party parties, their social bases and ideologies, U.S. foreign policy, Americans¿ experiences in and attitudes toward war, social movements and their impact on politics, federal spending and programs, changing conceptions of the Constitution, intellectual trends, and battles between liberals and conservatives.

MAJOR READINGS

To be announced

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Requirements: Two research essays, a blue-book exam, and participate in discussions

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS HIST    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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