History and Humanities
Experience the world through lectures and conversations on history, literature, and culture. Wander through a variety of times, places, and topics with courses ranging from a single lecture to multiple weeks.
At a Glance
What: Experience the world through lectures and conversations on history, literature, and culture.
Who: Taught by leading historians, scholars, and educators from UW-Madison and across the region.
Certification: Most history and humanities are noncredit personal enrichment courses and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) which may be accepted toward professional development. A certificate of attendance may be requested. Contact Christopher Moore at christopher.moore@wisc.edu or 608‑262‑7389.
Students wishing to obtain an official transcript must complete a transcript request form and pay a transcript fee. Contact UW-Extension Student Records at 608-262-1953 or email studentrecords@ecc.uwex.edu.
Questions? Contact program coordinator Christopher Moore at christopher.moore@wisc.edu or 608‑262‑7389.
“Racism is reviving in a big way all over, in our own country as well as in Europe.” – George L. Mosse, 1991 WHA interview. We examine how European society constructed “others” and “outsiders” between 1890-1945. Follow two of Professor Mosse’s ongoing questions: How did individuals and political movements cultivate and advocate a hatred of “outsiders?” Why were liberal democratic systems unable to adapt to mass movements or counter extremist political ideologies?
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History and Humanities offerings:
Great Composers: Handel, Donizetti, Tchaikovsky, Britten
February 3 - April 6, 2020
The Art of the Book: Medieval Manuscripts and the Stories They Carry
February 6-27, 2020
The Big Bands: Part 2
February 18 - March 10, 2020
The History and Architecture of Medieval Northeastern Italy
February 4-25, 2020
Why History Matters: Brexit and the Uncertain Future of the United Kingdom
February 19 - March 11, 2020
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