Courses

158B The American Civil War: The Civil War

Explore the causes, conflict, and consequences of the American Civil War.

October 8, 2025 to November 5, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

158C The American Civil War: Reconstruction

Explore the causes, conflict, and consequences of the American Civil War.

November 19, 2025 to December 10, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

160 Grant, Lee, and the Final Year of the Civil War: A Nation Forged in Fire

This course will review the final crucible of the Civil War, the last and most relentless and violent year from the spring of 1864 until the surrender at Appomattox.

October 28, 2025 to November 18, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

162 The Nuremberg Trials

Explore one of the most significant legal and historical events of the 20th century - the Nuremberg Trials.

October 17, 2025 to November 14, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 224

163 The Age of Alexander the Great and his Successors

Join historians Christina and Jason Szilagyi for a captivating look at the life, conquests, and legacy of Alexander the Great.

October 20, 2025 to November 24, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

174 Legendary Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes: Tales from the Inland Seas

Explore the haunting stories of shipwrecks beneath the Great Lakes in this captivating course led by author and storyteller Anna Lardinois.

October 9, 2025 to November 13, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

175 American History in Six Songs (Approximately)

Explore how music reflects and shapes American history - from indigenous traditions and colonialism to African influence and modern cultural shifts.

October 14, 2025 to November 18, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

177 The Magic of Motown

Celebrate Motown's golden era - from its 1950s roots to its 1970s legacy - through iconic artists, timeless hits, and the label's groundbreaking impact on music and culture.

October 28, 2025 to December 2, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.