“The work of the historian is not the work of the critic or of the moralist; it is the work of the sleuth and the storyteller, the philosopher and the scientist, the keeper of tales, the sayer of sooth, the teller of truth.”
― Jill Lepore, These Truths: A History of the United States
History 127 - Women in U.S. History
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This course studies women of European, African, Native, Hispanic, and Asian backgrounds in the U.S. from 1607 to the present. Emphasis will be placed on individuation, social status, family, reproduction, child care, slavery, jobs, and political activism. We will also delve into legal impacts and theories of patriarchal oppression. Come and let's learn herstory together!
Being able to convey your thoughts verbally and in essay format is a skill that takes time and practice thus you will have ample opportunity to practice. You may be required to work in assigned groups on a regular basis, participate in presentations and discussions, but certainly you will be required to be an active learner in this class – yes, even online! There is a LOT of reading and writing required for this course, so expect to spend a lot of your time in both activities. Being able to convey your thoughts verbally and in essay format is a skill that takes time and practice thus you will have ample opportunity to practice. You should expect to write the equivalent of 15-20 pages (3750-5000 words) for this course in variety of assignments that may include: short or long answer essay exams/quizzes, research projects, identifications and/or historical reflections/journals throughout the duration of the course The course meets the California State University requirements for United States History. |
Women's history is women's right - an essential, indispensable heritage from which we can draw pride, comfort, courage, and long-range vision. |
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Section 63063 - Accelerated 4 weeks, 9/15/25-10/12/25
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"At present, our country needs women's idealism and determination, perhaps more in politics than anywhere else."
Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to Congress in 1968
