The course titled “Banned Books” delves into the political and historical underpinnings of restricting, outlawing, or incinerating books from many countries, including the US. This course covers several prohibited publications, including novels by Judy Blume, Darwin, and Galileo. Participants will be able to compare and contrast how various texts have been treated over time as well as explore the relationship between power, culture, and literacy in society via the discussion of these works. Attendees will be able to evaluate the arguments in these domains critically if this is done.
In light of this, applications are currently being accepted by the University of Hartford Humanities Center for Student Fellows, a select group of students who attend the seminar. Candidates who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors in the 2024–2025 school year must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. To apply, you do not have to be an honors student. If they are accepted into the seminar, the chosen students will earn a $1,000 stipend, a fellowship, and six credits of credit—three in the autumn and three in the spring. Visit the University of Hartford website for additional information on the application process!
