The 1920s are frequently romanticized in popular culture as an era of unprecedented freedom and flamboyance, with images of flappers and clandestine speakeasies serving bootleg liquor. While some of that is accurate, this portrayal only scratches the surface of a complex decade that was as much about profound anxiety and dramatic societal shifts as it was about jazz and joyrides. This course aims to delve deeper into the dual nature of the 1920s, often referred to as the Jazz Age, by examining the Culture Wars, the move toward Modernism, the rise of the Consumer Culture, the Immigration Question, and the New Woman. Through an examination of these key themes, this course will provide a more nuanced understanding of the 1920s, revealing a decade of both dazzling innovation and deep-seated tension.
Meet Your Instructor
JUAN R. GARCIA is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Arizona. He holds a Ph.D. in History from Notre Dame University and an M.A. in Latin American and World History from DePaul University. He has served in administration for over 25 years, including roles such as History Department Head, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, VP for Instruction, and Dean of University College. His numerous publications include Operation Wetback: Mexicans in the Midwest; and Encounters: A History of Change, Progress, and Traditions.
Location
POETRY CENTER
Dorothy Rubel Room
1508 E Helen
Tucson, AZ 85721
United States
Located on the SE corner of Helen Street and Vine Avenue, one block north of Speedway and three blocks west of Campbell Ave.
