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. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 24 credit hours or a 200 level RLST course.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of RLST 322 or HIST 390AU.*