Fashion History Courses

Land Use and Conservation Law - The Adirondack History

Explore Adirondack Park's conservation history, land use strategies, and stakeholder conflicts in protected areas. Learn about regulations balancing ecological preservation with development and resource management.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Biology and History of Abortion - Global Problems of Population Growth

Explores biological, historical, and cultural perspectives on when life begins, examining scientific evidence, religious views, and legal considerations surrounding abortion and the concept of life's origin.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of the Mortgage Market - A Personal Narrative

Explore the evolution of mortgage securities, from Fannie Mae to subprime markets, through a personal narrative. Gain insights into securitization, hedge funds, and the leverage cycle from an industry expert.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introductions - Why Does the Civil War Era Have a Hold on American History?

Explore the enduring fascination with the Civil War era, its impact on American history, and its relevance to modern society in this thought-provoking lecture.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nash Equilibrium - Bad Fashion and Bank Runs - Game Theory Lecture 5

Explore Nash equilibrium, its applications, and coordination problems in game theory. Learn how communication can solve issues in social settings and investment scenarios.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Dark Ages - Ancient Greek History from Minoan Crete to Mycenaean Collapse

Explore ancient Greek civilization's origins, from Bronze Age Minoan Crete and Mycenaean Greece to their collapse, through archaeological evidence and epic poetry, setting the stage for a new era of Greek history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Rise of the Polis - Ancient Greek History Lecture 5

Explore the emergence of the Greek polis, its significance in ancient society, and the role of the hoplite farmer in shaping this new political and cultural entity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Rise of Athens - Ancient Greek History Lecture

Explore ancient Greek history, focusing on Sparta's constitution and alliances, Athens' development, and the emergence of the hoplite class. Gain insights into the contrasts between these influential city-states.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Forwards and Futures Markets - History, Development, and Applications - Lecture 21

Explore the history and mechanics of futures markets, from their origins in 17th century Japan to modern financial applications, including hedging strategies and risk management tools.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Banks - History, Theory, and Regulation

Explore the evolution of banking from ancient times to modern regulations, covering key concepts like liquidity, bank runs, and financial crises in this comprehensive lecture.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Deuteronomistic History: Prophets and Kings in 1 and 2 Samuel - Lecture 13

Explore the transition from tribal society to monarchy in ancient Israel through the books of Judges and Samuel, examining key figures and the Deuteronomistic perspective on leadership and covenant.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Clovis and the Franks - Gregory of Tours' Account of Early Medieval History

Explore Gregory of Tours' account of Merovingian kings, focusing on Clovis' rise to power, the Franks' Catholic conversion, and the supernatural's role in early medieval history.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Marx's Theory of History - Foundations of Modern Social Thought

Explore Marx's evolving theory of historical change, focusing on property relations and multi-linear development as presented in the Grundrisse, challenging his earlier uni-linear view of history.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Politics of Gender and Culture in American History - Lecture 21

Explores black political advancement and challenges faced by black women in the 1960s-70s, including gender discrimination, welfare rights, and the emergence of black feminist organizations.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Migration and Urbanization in American History - Lecture 8

Explores African American migration to Northern cities, racial tensions, and the impact of World War I on civil rights expectations, featuring key events and influential figures like W.E.B. Du Bois and Claude McKay.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video