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Course Description

The American Working Class | Explore the past, present and future of the American working class, in myth and reality, and how it intersects with identity, immigration and technology. Reflect on the difference between labor and capital, and how both affect personal worth and political power. $33 includes $32 fee. Note: Requires membership in Peer Learning Partnership (PLP). Biannual membership is $30.

Learner Outcomes

Define and discuss different understandings of the working class in American life; Identify historical forces that shaped the working class; Explain contemporary challenges facing working people in the U.S; Analyze how culture and education influence perceptions of class; Describe possible futures for the working class and American society.
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Section Title
The American Working Class
Type
In Person
Days
Th
Time
12:00PM to 2:00PM
Dates
Jan 22, 2026 to Mar 12, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
16.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $23.00 Click here to get more information
Seniors (60+) non-credit $22.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 21, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 21, 2026
Instructors
  • Hugh Seabrook
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