1776, Then and Now

1.5 units

This course takes place in the 250th year since The Declaration of Independence. The class will examine the founding of the United States from multiple perspectives and points of view, as well as the continuing relevance and consequences of those events. What happened, how did it happen, and why does it still matter? To enable multiple perspectives, the course will be taught by a series of experts from multiple disciplines and specialties. In addition to various professors from WashU, the WashU chancellor, Andrew Martin, will present from his expertise, and renowned professors from beyond WashU will visit campus and lecture on specific topics. The course will run one time only as a way to commemorate and respond in 2026 to the events of 1776 and the founding of the United States.