HIST 420 American Lives in the Twentieth Century
Our seminar will study the political and cultural history of the United States during the twentieth century. Students will learn to read primary and secondary sources critically and to write strong, well-written research papers. During the first half of the semester we will study different approaches to American history in general and to life writing in particular. During the second half of the semester, students will write a 15-page research paper about an American who lived during the twentieth century. The seminar will help students to develop the research and writing skills that they will need in order to write their senior theses.
Prerequisite
Open to History majors and minors only