October 17, 2016 by
Department of History Staff
Department of History Professor Ronald Pruessen is teaching a new first-year class called “Barack Obama as History – Barack Obama in History”, which delves into the controversies, highlights, missteps and successes of the iconic figure. Students will discuss everything from foreign policy to domestic healthcare and more, including Obama's singular status as the first African American president of the United States. How will Obama's legacy be viewed through the long lens of history? Find out more about this innovative course in a feature article published by U of T News.