HIST 4461 - Gender, Race, Class and Policy since World War II

3 hours

Topical survey of United States history since 1941. Focuses on the interplay among identities, ideologies and policies. Identities focus foremost on gender, race and class while themes include (1) the roles of media, economics, public figures, and activists; (2) the relationships among government, business, and the general public; (3) the federal government’s expansion; and (4) U.S. interaction with the rest of the world.

Prerequisite(s): U.S. history course that covers post-1945 recommended.