History 151 - U.S. History since 1876

This course introduces students to key themes in United States history from the late nineteenth century to the early twenty-first century. In particular, we will examine how war, migration, and struggles over race, gender, and industrial capitalism shaped modern American politics and society. We will also explore the United States' emergence as a global superpower and the implications of this development for world history. (Gen. Ed. HS)

The course consists of weekly lectures, reading assignments, and discussion sections. Students will be evaluated on two Quizzes, a Take-Home Midterm Exam, a Take-Home Final Exam, a Film Analysis Paper, and participation in discussion sections.