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2012-2013 University Catalog 
    
2012-2013 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

LAPI 828  Philadelphia in the Age of Enlightenment

Division of Liberal Arts

3 credits 45.0 hours
800 level undergraduate course

Philadelphia in the Age of Enlightenment considers the history of Philadelphia from 1750 to 1800, and the place of Philadelphia within the history of colonial British North America and the early United States. This multi-disciplinary course focuses on the history, politics, art, literature, science, and philosophy of that place and time. The course emphasizes Philadelphia’s role as the center of Enlightenment thought in America.

Prerequisites LACR*210 or one HUMS course

Requires completion of 45 credits
This course is not repeatable for credit.