HS 492 - Minority Identity and Citizenship in the Modern World

(3.00 cr.)

Explores the meaning and history of minority identities in the context of state formations across time and space, with an emphasis on the modern period. The following key questions structure the investigation: what constitutes minority and majority identities (the context matters)? Why and how does the category – minority – make sense in a national state formation as compared to an imperial state formation? How are minorities incorporated or excluded from nationalist narratives? And finally, what are the consequences of enforcing these categories in our modern world? Case studies from Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas are used to support discussion and research. Written or electronic permission of the instructor. Fulfills seminar requirement for History majors.

Prerequisite: One HS 100-level course, one HS 300-level course.
Sessions Typically Offered: Varies
Years Typically Offered: Varies

Interdisciplinary Studies: CU/GT/IAF/ICL/IPJ