2023-2024 Catalog

HIS-241 Conspiracy Theories in American History

An investigation into the roles that conspiracy theories play in American society and culture, and their place in the broader context of American history. The class will examine explanations for the prevalence of conspiracy theories, and will explore well documented conspiracies (e.g., Watergate), as well as "conspiracy theories" which have not been substantiated (e.g., the Kennedy assassination).

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Three credits of Composition or permission of instructor

Year Cycle

N

Semester Cycle

AN

Course Types

SS, CC-CT, CC-WC

Transfer Status

SSTR