ECON 220(F) American Economic History*
Economic history teaches that events of the distant past continue to shape
our lives today. This course will examine several important questions in
American economic history from colonial times to the present. For example,
what factors account for the tremendous growth and development of the United
States? Do we know enough about the causes of the Great Depression to prevent
another one? Did the New Deal save American capitalism or undermine it? Other
topics will include the legacy of slavery in the American South, the changing
economic role of women, the economic impact of immigration and trade, and
the changing distribution of income and wealth over time. Course requirements
include class participation, a research paper, and two exams.
Prerequisite: Economics 101. Enrollment limited to 25.