Humanities, History , and Social Sciences 51-2274J - J-Session in Shanghai:History,Culture,and Art

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Columbia College-Chicago

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Description:

This course introduces modern Chinese history through Shanghai's important role as a sea port in the 19th century, as a city occupied by Western and Japanese forces in the 20th century, as the seat of the first Chinese Communist party, and as a contemporary art and business center. We will begin our discussion in Chicago during the first week of J-Term, and then depart for Shanghai. We will visit temples, tea-houses, Art Deco buildings and modern skyscrapers; talk to gallery curators, visit Modern Art Museums and schools, as well as enjoy performances by cutting-edge musicians and dancers. 3 CREDIT S PREREQUISITES: 51-1102 EASTERN HUMANITIES OR 51-1101 WESTERN HUMANITIES

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colum.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 663-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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