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Course Overview

Medieval social customs and laws restricted women’s political power, but the realities of medieval politics often required that women act when their husbands, sons, or grandsons could not. Eleanor of Aquitaine preserved Richard I’s claim to the English throne against his usurping younger brother, John (both of them her sons). Similarly, Blanche of Castile served as regent for her son Louis IX of France when he went on crusade. These are just two examples of women who exercised political power in a time when they were weren’t supposed to. This class will discuss these two queens and others like them.
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Type
In-Person
Days
F
Time
10:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Apr 04, 2025
Schedule
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Contact Hours
2.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-person  
Course Fee(s)
fee non-credit $25.00 Click here to get more information
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Drop Request Deadline
Apr 01, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 01, 2025
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Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is no longer required for entry. Masks are recommended.

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This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment.

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