GBL 262 FROM GUTENBERG TO THE WEB: MEDIA'S IMPACT ON WESTERN CIVILIZATION
From the scribal culture of the middle ages to the digital revolution, communication technologies have shaped our social and cultural values as well as our ways of knowing and thinking. This course explores the impact of mass media on Western Civilization through the lens of three historic periods: the Reformation, Nazi Germany, and the Cold War. Students will learn about the media's role in shaping religious, political and social values during significant moments of transition and change. Visit twelve European cities including London, Heidelberg, Mainz, Munich, Salzburg, Berlin, Wittenberg, and Prague. Experience the culture of these beautiful ancient cities while learning about their significance in the history of media.
Prerequisite
Acceptance into program and completion of
GBL 162
Course Types
Civilization; Society; Experiential Learning Requirement; German Studies Elective
Offered
Offered winter.
Notes
Application and acceptance required. Additional travel fee is required.