This elective course will provide students with the opportunity to study and explore the city of Chicago and its history. Students will engage historical topics with modern day significance such as the social, political and intellectual history of Chicago as it developed from a small, swampy outpost into one of the great American cities. Students will have the opportunity to enjoy a field trip to Chicago, which will add a hands-on dimension to their studies. Students will demonstrate their abilities through a variety of assessment types that are designed to produce success in learners of all ability levels.

Prerequisite:

• Placement is through department recommendation.