Psychedelics in History

3 Units

How has historical context influenced the experience of psychedelic drugs? How has the experience of psychedelic drugs influenced historical context? These questions animate this global exploration of these powerful substances, which have been revered, idealized, vilified, banned, and revived. We will examine ritual, medicinal, and recreational uses of psychedelics, but will also see how those categories are not completely separable. Counts as a Communication Intensive course. Counts as a Human Diversity & Commonality course. Counts as a Understanding Global Perspectives course.