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Class number:
3424
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Title: Whiteness in American History |
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Department: History |
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Career: Undergraduate |
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Component: Lecture |
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Session: Regular |
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Instructor's Permission Required: No |
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Grading Basis: Regular |
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Units: 1.00 |
| Enrollment limited to 24 |
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Current enrollment: 5 |
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Available seats: 19 |
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Start date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 |
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End date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 |
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Mode of Instruction: In Person |
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Schedule: MW: 2:55PM-4:10PM, MC - 225 |
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Instructor(s): Gac, Scott |
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Prerequisite(s): None |
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Distribution Requirement: Meets Humanities Requirement |
Course Description:
This introductory course delves into the origins, development, and impact of Whiteness as a racial category. Through thought-provoking readings and discussions, it explores how White identity has evolved over time, examining both its historical roots and theoretical frameworks. Beyond unpacking the concept of Whiteness itself, the course investigates its crucial role in shaping race and class dynamics in American history. |