Have Ethics Gone Awry? A Contrast of Then and Now

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Ever wonder how we got to now? Many socio-economic challenges are traceable to the Gilded Age (1865-1900) when the U.S. grew from a fledging agrarian society to a major industrial power. This discussion-based course balances theory with application to explore:-Whether those gains were worth the costs?-Were Divine Providence and Manifest Destiny doctrines misused to exploit immigrants, workers, indigenous and people of color?-Were the renown industrialists who built this nation actually Robber Barons?-How can students hone their presentation skills to more effectively engage and persuade?Join us as this course may change your perspective forever!