HI316 Remember the Ladies: Women in Amer History
Abigail Adams famously wrote her husband, John Adams, to remind him that women desired a voice in the new nation. Although sometimes overlooked, the experiences of women continue to shape the nation. This course explores women’s history in the United States from its origins to the present. Using a broad chronological scope, it will introduce students to how women shaped American society and how society shaped the experience of women.