| Winter Term 2027 History of American Consumerism - 1534 - BUEN 252 |
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Prerequisites/Notes: Sophomore Standing Catalog Description : This class explores how consumer culture in the twentieth century shaped Americans’ sense of nationalism, security, and self-worth. Students will examine how mass production, suburbia’s rise, and the advent of nationally-televised advertising campaigns created new notions of Americanness. Students enrolled in this class will engage in a critical examination of both celebrations and critiques of mass consumption and abundance, to understand how we’ve been sold the "American dream" while exploring how Americans have sought alternatives. (NA) PREREQUISITES: Sophomore Standing Attributes: Cross-Listed Course, GER Dimens Diversity, 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
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