HIS 11900 Civil Rights Movements in America 1945-1975 - Honors

This research-and-writing-intensive honors course offers an analysis of the Civil Rights and Black Power movements. Students will examine how African-American freedom struggles gave a framework to struggles for the rights of women, Native Americans, LGBT persons, and prisoners. Readings examine the key leaders, organizations, and philosophies associated with these movements. The impact of racism, discrimination, prejudice, misogyny, and homophobia will also be explored.