HIST 353 - Medieval and Early Modern European Women’s History

This course explores the history of European women from approximately 200 to 1700. Major themes include the impact of Christianity, politics, the economy, the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the law on the lives of women. Changing attitudes towards womanhood, sexuality, reproduction, and the family are also discussed, as are women’s power and independence.

Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** History major European History course.
*** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
**** This is a writing-enhanced course.