MISSISSIPPI STUDIES

MISSISSIPPI STUDIES

-one half credit-

Mississippi Studies is a one semester course designed to foster appreciation for the state, its history and its culture. The content will include the geographic, historic, economic, political, and social events that have contributed to the state‘s development.

The course traces Mississippi‘s economic transition from agriculture to industry and its effort to expand participation of all its citizens in the political process. The course includes the study of the diverse contributions of the citizens of the state. Additionally, civic concepts should be developed in order to encourage active participation in the political process of the state and nation