The Olympics: Past and Future (New, Recorded Live)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Matthew Andrews teaches American History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His courses use the history of sports to explore race relations, gender ideals, political protest, and American identity. Professor Andrews was asked by the UNC student body to give the honorific “Last Lecture” to the graduating class of 2015. His students have voted him their university’s “Best Professor” three times since 2016.

Overview

Explore the complex relationship between the Olympic Movement and global politics. Through pivotal Games, examine how the Olympics have inspired unity while fueling nationalism, propaganda and protest. What challenges will continue to shape the future of the Olympics?

 

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