Holocaust and Genocide Studies

Students will demonstrate:

• Critical knowledge of the Holocaust, its historical and precipitating factors, and an appreciation of its leesons and legacy through multiple disciplines and perspectives.
• Understanding of the concept of genocide, as distinct from mass atrocity, and the circumstances under which it can occur, its precipitating factors, and its legacy.
• An understanding of relevant ethical issues such as prejudice, discrimination, and racism.
• The ability to think critically, and write and speak effectively, about issues related to genocide and the Holocaust.
• An ability to do independent research, exploring and evaluating primary and secondary sources, articulating a clearly formulated thesis or question, and drawing appropriate conclusions.