Global Issues: Travel & History (HOS 190)

This course focuses on international and global issues in travel as well as its history and ethical implications. The class will also introduce students to the history of travel from ancient times to the present, addressing issues of interconnectedness, interdependence, and inequity among peoples, cultures, and/or nation-states. Inquiry-based learning will be utilized to increase students' knowledge of world geography and international players through the exploration of developed and potential tourist areas. Exploring the history of travel will provide opportunities for students to connect course materials and study the topic from an interdisciplinary perspective. Students will complete a capstone project connecting contemporary issues, as they relate to ethical concerns as well as social, cultural, and economic trends in the business of global travel.

Term Location Sections Available
2025 Spring Semester - 15 Week Sections
Online