The Peopling of New York

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Overview

Subject area

HON

Catalog Number

122

Course Title

The Peopling of New York

Department(s)

Description

An investigation of the role of immigration and migration in shaping New York City's identity in the past and present. Topics will include the factors that have driven and drawn people to the city since the 17th century; the different ways that religion, race, gender, and ethnicity have shaped immigrant encounters with the city; the formation and social organization of immigrant communities; the impact of successive waves of newcomers on urban culture and politics; and the continuing debate over assimilation and Americanization. Required for Macaulay Honors. (liberal arts and sciences) (flexible) Prerequisite: Third-semester standing in the Macaulay Honors College University Scholars Program.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

FUS - Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule