New Introductory Courses in History (200-0-20)

Topic

Race and Racism

Instructors

Brett V. Gadsden
Harris Hall 209

Meeting Info

Harris Hall L06: Mon, Wed 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

Racial discrimination, segregation, and disenfranchisement are pervasive features of American history. This course thus explores various configurations of institutionalized inequity and violence in the realms of, among other things, politics, education, employment, housing, and criminal justice.

Learning Objectives

Describe key concepts and issues related to the American race relations and political and economic structures. Critically evaluate historical evidence regarding the institutionalization of laws and practices that differentiate access to rights and resources in American history.

Evaluation Method

exam papers, attendance, class participation

Class Notes

Concentration: Americas

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Historical Studies Distro Area