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November 12–14, 2010

James Madison’s Montpelier • Orange, VA

Instructor: Peter Wallenstein, PhD

Before the Civil War, the definition of citizenship was left largely to the states, where its meaning sometimes

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differed concerning race, gender, class, and religion. The 14^th Amendment (ratified in 1868) declared anyone born in the United States to be a citizen of the nation, but many states long denied the benefits of full citizenship, in particular to African Americans. Using documents and other materials from Virginia and elsewhere, this seminar will explore how the meaning of citizenship has changed over the generations—from the American Revolution to the recent past.

Core issues to be examined are voting, education, transportation, and marriage.

How to Apply

1. Click here to apply online.

2. Download the seminar brochure and either mail or fax your application.

Admission will be decided for each Seminar on a rolling basis throughout the semester. Eligible applicants who cannot be included in a Seminar will be placed on a waiting list for any vacancies that may occur.  Early applicants, therefore, will have a better chance of gaining admission.  Applications received later in the season will be given full consideration as long as vacancies remain.