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Course Overview

We’ll examine the social, religious, and family implications of the Bubonic Plague through film, lecture and discussion. The Black Death devastated European families, leaving many households shattered and contributing to a breakdown in traditional family structures. We’ll explore how the plague intensified social divisions, as surviving peasants demanded better wages, while the upper classes struggled to maintain control. Religiously, the plague led to a crisis of faith, with many questioning the church’s authority and turning to new forms of spirituality. Join us to understand how the plague reshaped personal relationships, faith, and societal norms in profound and lasting ways. We’ll examine how these effects persisted on descendants that came to the New World 300 years later.

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Type
In-Person
Days
M
Time
4:00PM to 6:00PM
Dates
Aug 18, 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
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 15, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 15, 2025

Additional Information

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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