A History of the Present: The United States since 1968

Analyzing the recent experience of the United States and its people in historical perspective, the course allows students to explore important developments in US politics, race relations, economy, and popular culture, investigate diverse social science approaches to contemporary problems, and develop an independent research project. Topics include war, politics, religion, and popular culture as well as changing notions about race, gender, and selfhood. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Historical Consciousness, Social Inquiry 2, Research and Information Literacy. Effective Spring 2027, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Historical Consciousness, Social Inquiry 2, Teamwork/Collaboration.