HI 380 American Sports History
This topical course examines American sport over the course of the nation’s history in relation to political, economic, social, and cultural developments. Specifically, the class will focus on the growth of organized sports and how race, class, gender, ethnicity, capitalism, nationalism, globalization, and religion have crafted a relationship between sports and American society. From this course, students will develop a better understanding of the history of America through an assessment of the influence that sports have had in shaping American culture.
Prerequisite
Any 100 or 200 level history course or consent of instructor
Offered
As needed