History 388 - US Women's History to 1890

Surveys the social, cultural, economic and political developments shaping American women's lives from the colonial period to 1890, and explores women's participation in and responses to those changes. Topics include: the transformation of work and family life, women's culture, the emergence of the feminist movement, sexuality and women's health, race and ethnic issues. Sophomore level and above. (Gen.Ed. HS, U)

Open to Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores only.