HIST 300H - Hip-Hop Hamilton

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

History

Description:

Alexander Hamilton was a key figure in our Constitution and early national government. His contributions to the Federalist Papers are still cited, and his innovative financial ideas shaped the economy. His personal story reveals a resilient, self-made man who worked his way into high positions of power. Hamilton's story also provides insight into slavery, the movement against it, and the first political parties. The Broadway show Hamilton has brought a resurgence of interest in this neglected founder by casting history in a modern, dynamic musical idiom. Through lenses of history, psychology, and Hip Hop, this MTSE will explore themes from Hamilton's life connected to each location. Students will visit and engage in service learning on the island of St. Croix, where Hamilton spent his youth, and New York City, where he lived and worked and where we hope to attend a performance of the musical and visit sites associated with his life and with Hip Hop culture.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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