HI 112 - Western Civilization in Modern Times

Institution:

Wagner College

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One unit. The making of modern Europe - its economy, culture, politics, and peoples - in relation to the United States and the World.How have science and technology transformed modern life Why did French revolutionaries abolish slavery How did imperialism generate confl ict and creativity in international markets and in the arts Can the lessons of World War II and the Holocaust be applied to contemporary genocides Students become informed citizens, able to debate current events around the world. Arts, novels, fi lms, political tracts, and other sources will be analyzed. This course includes a trip to see a historical play, such as Cabaret, on Broadway. Offered as required.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wagner.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 390-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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