Minor in Holocaust Studies

College of Arts and Humanities

Students must complete a minimum of six credits of advanced standing coursework in their minor.*

The program in holocaust studies deals not only with historical aspects of the holocaust, but also with moral and political issues involved in the prevention of future holocausts.

This minor may be taken as one of the minors in the Interdisciplinary Studies degrees. For advising in holocaust studies, contact Dr. Jonathan Friedman, 610-436-2972.

Required Courses
HIS 332The Holocaust3
HIS 349The Jew in History3
PHI 180Introduction to Ethics3
Elective Courses
Select three of the following:9
Cultures of Ethnic Groups in America
Modern Germany
American Jewish Novel
Public Opinion, Media and Politics
Social Psychology
Racial and Cultural Minorities
Race Relations
Total Credits18

*Advanced standing coursework is defined as any 300-level course or above and specific 200-level courses identified by the department.