LBST 135 - History of American Labor II

3 Credits.

Examines the development of the union movement in the United States in the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as an examination of issues created by the global economy. Students will continue to appreciate the many ways of recording history, with an emphasis on the historiography of the American labor movement. The course will emphasize the legal, political, and social aspects of labor history, using readings, videos, music, and interviews to demonstrate the diversity of the American workers. Courses offered less than once a year.

Prerequisite(s): LBST 134