Origins of Modern Antisemitism and the Holocaust

3 credits

The religious and cultural roots of antisemitism and its manifestations in Western civilization: the rise of racist and political antisemitism in Europe; seminal issues in the history of the Holocaust; an analysis of the various political and cultural responses to the events of this period. ***Prerequisites: One HIST course or completion of 30 credit hours.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of HIST 390AU or RLST 322.*