The American Dream is a complex ideal that includes the values of equality, opportunity, democracy, freedom, and personal rights. In the mix, we also find economic upward mobility and a fair and just society. The American Dream is a constellation of values that are constantly changing, shifting, evolving. What is the real American Dream for our contemporary times? What can it be? What do you want it to be?
Students in this
section of University Seminar will continue to focus on developing skills in
reading, public speaking, critical thinking, and writing, as you, the student,
explore assigned readings, videos, and other materials. Specifically, students
will focus on argument, claim, support, and evidence to create a basis for
their beliefs. Class discussion is a large part of this class so participation
is essential. You’ll focus on who you are, how you fit into your society, and
how you can be a positive force in the world.
- Teacher: Jaelle Dragomir