HUM 295-01 - Special Topic: Revolution in Egypt?

1 credits (Fall)

Cross-listed as: SST 295-01. This course will set the 2011 revolution in Egypt in historical context by comparing it to the revolution of 1919 and will examine whether the concept of revolution adequately describes these two events. Issues to be discussed within this framework include women and gender in revolutionary discourses and the role of Western powers in 1919 and 2011.

Prerequisite: Second-year standing (preference will be given to students who have completed relevant course work).
Note: Dates: October 30 to November 15. Short course deadlines apply.
Instructor: Elfenbein