Description
[Social Practice minor] This course provides a comprehensive synthesis of the field of LGBTQ+ U.S. history. Utilizing The Routledge History of Queer America (RHQA) as our primary text, we will explore the historical development of sexual and gender diversity from the colonial era to the present. To bring these stories to life, students will work as historians, utilizing primary sources and various digital archives to uncover hidden narratives. By engaging with oral histories, physical artifacts, and manuscript papers, we will explore the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and the radical intentionality to live authentically. This course emphasizes the development of a historical mindset, teaching students to navigate complex archives and synthesize regional stories into the broader tapestry of American history.