Study the Holocaust of World War II, the Armenian genocide of World War I, and the Cambodian genocide through selections from Images of the Holocaust , Black Dog of Fate, and The Killing Fields , first-person narratives, many by victims, about the most barbaric actions of humanity. The seminar will explore the way in which individuals are caught in history, as well as ways to address prejudice through teaching works of history and literature that illuminate historical events. Professor Bernard Weinstein of Kean University will be the seminar leader. Explore the technological advances that have changed the world such as breakthroughs in astronomy, architecture, and medicine and the ways in which different cultures encourage, accept, or deny innovation. This seminar, on several scientific revolutions and their social and political consequences, will be led by Professor Harold Dorn, historian of science at Stevens Institute of Technology.
New Jersey is one of the most diverse states in the nation.
Beginning with the Native Americans, New Jersey has experienced waves of immigration from Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The course will focus on the diversity of New Jersey and will include study of the history of African-American people in New Jersey. Participants will be introduced to a variety of resources books and articles, films, and Internet materials that can help bring the fascination of New Jersey history to the classroom. Readings include fiction, oral history, and studies of specific ethnic groups and communities around the state. The seminar leader is Professor Marc Mappen of Rutgers University.