“This college was founded for the glory of God and the service of the Lord Jesus Christ in and by the education and culture of women.” According to the first article of the original statutes, this was the fundamental aim of Wellesley College. This course will investigate the archival history of Wellesley College to evaluate how this aim has shaped and continues to influence our institution. Students will develop and refine skills in navigating archival research and the challenges and opportunities with working with primary sources, and learn to analyze those materials by situating them in their socio-historical context. Ultimately the class seeks to contend with the crucial question: What responsibility do we have as tradents of the complex traditions that we inherit as denizens of storied institutions with complex histories?

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 20

Crosslisted Courses:

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Not open to students who have taken REL 273/WGST 273.

Distribution Requirements: HS or REP - Historical Studies or Religion, Ethics, and Moral Philosophy

Typical Periods Offered: Every four years

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Spring

Notes: Ann E. Maurer '51 Speaking Intensive Course. This course is also offered at the 200 level as REL 273/WGST 273.