HISTORY OF UNITED STATES SINCE 1865 – SLU HIST2610

This course will survey major social, cultural, political, and economic events that shaped the United States after the American Civil War.  Students will apply critical thinking skills to question history’s authenticity and portrayal in text books and the media and apply these understandings to today’s world.  This course also requires the completion of a 10-12 page research paper.

Prerequisite: Junior standing and instructor recommendation. Minimum 3.0 GPA

Length of Course: One semester (every other day)

Credit: 0.5