HIST 606 - The American Experience

3 hours
A survey utilizing leading American writers from Winthrop and Edwards to Dewey, James, DuBois, and King of the changing understanding of the American political and social experiment. Emphasis will be placed on analysis and critique of primary sources. Source excerpts will form the literature based of the class, and students and faculty presentations will provide historical and cultural context. Research paper on a related theme is required, and may contribute to thesis research. GR