Modern Italy Flyer

Dear Majors,

Before opening this course to all students, I am holding spots for history and history/education majors. If you are interested, please let me know as soon as possible and certainly not later than September 29th. A $100 deposit will be required to reserve your place and travel is required for the course. Modern Italy will fulfill European history and elective history requirements. I hope many of you can join me for this exciting opportunity!

In this course, we will trace the history of Italy from 1815 to the present, looking at its remarkable change from a divided, agrarian land into a leading western nation. We will examine Italy's many compelling contradictions from unification and regionalism to the strong presence of both the Mafia and the Vatican. Along the way, we will discuss the rise of Fascism, social movements and terrorism, reflect on Italy's transformation from a country of emigration to one of immigration, and consider its role in contemporary Europe as the center of food, fashion and film.

NEW THIS YEAR! TRAVEL COMPONENT!

To learn about Italian unification (the Risorgimento) we will spend the Winter Break (February 21-March 1) in Italy with stops in Rome, Florence, Turin, and Milan. The estimated cost is $2800/person (with 15 participants).