History 289 - COLQ:ASPECTS OF WOMEN'S HIST

Topics course. What did college education mean to the first generations of Smithies? This course covers the history of Smith College in a broader American and European context, surveying early modern women's education and then focusing on the period from Smith's founding in 1871 to the 1930's. Themes include debates about women's education; sexuality, sports and social life on campus; academic and faculty life; co-education vs. women's colleges; and outreach to underprivileged women. Students will read a variety of secondary sources as well as a wealth of documents from the College Archives, including student diaries and publications. Fulfills requirements for the Archives Concentration.

Topic: Women & Higher Education: Smith College in Historical Context.