Description
The twentieth century saw the U.S. emerge from periods of great social, political, economic, and diplomatic upheaval to become a world leader. After World War I, the nation withdrew to a great extent from the world stage and focused on its economy, social life, and internal contradictions. World War II created a sense of unity in the country and a responsibility to other nations. The underlying racial and ethnic problems remained, however. During the Cold War, the nation grappled with its new role as a superpower and the resulting problems that came with that role. As grim as all of this sounds, the nation found ways to engage in new creative expression and fun. The course may be offered in a variety of formats. The online format requires participation in a mandatory orientation.