HIS 225 - Women in American History

This course is a survey of the history of women in the United States from the 17^th century to the present. Students will approach women’s history as both an integral part of the nation’s past as well as a distinct subject of historical investigation. Topics include women’s changing roles in family and economic life, political participation and the fight for suffrage, and the influence of race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status on gender identity.
Prerequisite: ENG 097
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours