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Course Description

Instructor: Wendy Venet

 

The year 2025 marks the 160th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's death. This one-day class examines the life and legacy of America's greatest chief executive. We will consider Lincoln's role in preserving the Union and ending slavery. Additionally, we will explore the changing historical interpretations of Lincoln's presidency since 1865 and the image of Lincoln in popular culture.

 

Bio: Wendy Venet is Professor Emerita of Nineteenth Century U.S. History, Georgia State University. She is the author, editor, or co-editor of eight books. In 2004-2005 she served on the advisory board of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library which opened to the public in Springfield, Illinois in 2005.

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Section Title
The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln (Wendy Venet)
Type
Classroom
Days
W
Time
1:30PM to 3:00PM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
1.5
Location
  • Century Center
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $10.00 Click here to get more information
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 05, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 05, 2025
Section Title
The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln (Wendy Venet)
Type
Online (Instructor-led)
Days
W
Time
1:30PM to 3:00PM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Schedule
Contact Hours
1.5
Location
  • Zoom (Eastern Time)
Delivery Options
Online (Instructor-led)  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $10.00 Click here to get more information
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 05, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 05, 2025
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