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26. Race and Reunion: The Civil War in American Memory

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2026/09/12

The Civil War and Reconstruction Era, 1845-1877 (HIST 119)Having dealt with the role of violence and the Supreme Court in bringing about the end of Reconstruction in his last lecture, Professor Blight now turns to the role of national electoral politics, focusing in particular on the off-year Congressional election of 1874 and the Presidential election of 1876. 1874 saw the return of the Democrats to majority status in the Senate and the House of Representatives, as voters sick of corruption and

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706 | Master Your Financial Template: From Revenue to...

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2026/09/12

Ready to put your social venture's financial viability into numbers? This lesson introduces a simplified financial template tool, guiding you through the process of quantifying your venture's financial aspects. Learn how to estimate revenue, categorize variable and fixed expenses, understand critical cash flow, and plan for startup costs. The goal is to equip you with the initial estimates needed to start meaningful conversations with stakeholders and strategically decide how to manage any surplus

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16. Days of Jubilee: The Meanings of Emancipation...

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2026/09/12

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)This lecture focuses on the process of emancipation after the passage of the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. The Proclamation, Professor Blight suggests, had four immediate effects: it made the Union army an army of emancipation; it encouraged slaves to strike against slavery; it committed the US to a policy of emancipation in the eyes of Europe; and it allowed African Americans to enlist in the Union Army. In the end, ten percent of Union

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707 | The McDonald's of Healthcare: Aravind Eye...

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2026/09/11

How can a social enterprise provide high-quality medical care to millions, even those who can't pay? In this lesson, we delve into the inspiring case study of Aravind Eye Systems, a pioneering organization in India that revolutionized cataract surgery access through innovative operational models, strategic cost reduction, and a unique differential pricing system.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand how Aravind Eye Systems addressed multiple barriers to access eye care, including awareness, fear, and

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14. Never Call Retreat: Military and Political...

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2026/09/11

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)Professor Blight lectures on the military history of the early part of the war. Beginning with events in the West, Blight describes the Union victories at Fort Donelson and Fort Henry, introduces Union General Ulysses S. Grant, and narrates the horrific battle of Shiloh, fought in April of 1862. Moving back East, the lecture describes the Union General George McClellan's abortive 1862 Peninsula campaign, which introduced the world to Confederate General

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801 | What is Social Financing? Funding Your Venture...

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2026/09/11

In this lesson, we delve into the world of social financing, exploring how funding serves as a crucial pathway to social change for both those seeking to create impact and those looking to fund it. We'll examine the full spectrum of social financing, from traditional charity to commerce-driven approaches, and see how it overlays with social entrepreneurship.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand what social financing entails and its significance for driving social change.• Recognize the spectrum of

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1. Introductions: Why Does the Civil War Era Have a...

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2026/09/10

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)Professor Blight offers an introduction to the course. He summarizes some of the course readings, and discusses the organization of the course is discussed. Professor Blight offers some thoughts on the nature of history and the study of history, before moving into a discussion of the reasons for Americans' enduring fascination with the Civil War. The reasons include: the human passion for epics, Americans' fondness for redemption narratives, the Civil War

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802 | Demystify Financing: Funding Sources for Your...

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2026/09/10

Navigating the myriad of funding options can be overwhelming. In this lesson, we systematically explore the primary sources of capital available for social enterprises, from government grants to private investments and individual contributions. Discover the diverse avenues to secure financial backing and learn how to identify funders whose values align with your mission, ensuring not just financial support but also valuable resources like mentorship.🎯 Learning Objectives• Identify the four main

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4. A Northern World View: Yankee Society, Antislavery...

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2026/09/10

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)Having finished with slavery and the pro-slavery argument, Professor Blight heads North today. The majority of the lecture deals with the rise of the Market Revolution in the North, in the 1820s, 1830s, and 1840s. Blight first describes the causes of the Market Revolution--the rise of capital, a transportation revolution--and then moves to its effects on the culture and consciousness of antebellum northerners. Among these effects were a riotous optimism

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803 | Funding Vehicles Explained: Gifts, Loans,...

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2026/09/09

Navigating the financial landscape as a social entrepreneur can be challenging. In this lesson, we demystify the spectrum of common funding vehicles, from philanthropic gifts like donations and grants, to repayable options such as loans, equity investments, and the innovative mechanism of social impact bonds (SIBs). Discover the unique characteristics, advantages, and potential drawbacks of each funding type to make informed decisions for your venture.🎯 Learning Objectives• Identify the four main

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22. Constitutional Crisis and Impeachment of a President

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2026/09/09

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)Professor Blight continues his discussion of the political history of Reconstruction. The central figure in the early phase of Reconstruction was President Andrew Johnson. Under Johnson's stewardship, southern whites held constitutional conventions throughout 1865, drafting new constitutions that outlawed slavery but changed little else. When the Republican-dominated U.S. Congress reassembled late in 1865, they put a stop to Johnson's leniency and

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804 | How Social Impact Funding Evolved: From Charity...

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2026/09/09

Have you ever wondered how funding for social change has transformed over the years? In this lesson, we explore the fascinating evolution of social financing, bridging the historical divide between non-profit and for-profit worlds. Discover how the rise of social entrepreneurship has led to new investment approaches like impact investing, and how traditional philanthropy has adapted to become more strategic and catalytic, yet the need for more patient capital persists.🎯 Learning Objectives•

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24. Samson Agonistes (cont.)

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2026/09/08

Milton (ENGL 220)In the final lecture of the course, the analysis of Samson Agonistes comes to a conclusion with an exploration of the poem's sexual imagery. Milton's choice of subject matter is puzzled over, as are the ethics of his tragic hero, particularly when compared to the heroes of Milton's previous epics. The poem is positioned as a means by which Milton ultimately resolves the poetic, religious, and career-related crises of his earlier poem, "The Passion," and the compelling relationship

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805 | Essential Non-Financial Support for Social...

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2026/09/08

Entrepreneurship can be a challenging journey, but you don't have to navigate it alone. In this lesson, we delve into the crucial non-financial forms of support that can help social entrepreneurs thrive, from building your community to accessing expert guidance and strategic advice.🎯 Learning Objectives• Identify various non-financial support structures for social entrepreneurs, including co-working spaces, incubators, and accelerators.• Differentiate between the distinct roles and benefits of

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11. Slavery and State Rights, Economies and Ways of...

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2026/09/08

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)Professor Blight begins this lecture with an attempt to answer the question "why did the South secede in 1861?" Blight offers five possible answers to this question: preservation of slavery, "the fear thesis," southern nationalism, the "agrarian thesis," and the "honor thesis." After laying out the roots of secession, Blight focuses on the historical profession, suggesting some of the ways in which historians have attempted to explain the coming of the

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806 | Stay Grounded: Organize Your Social Enterprise...

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2026/09/07

In this lesson, discover essential advice for social entrepreneurs navigating the often-overwhelming world of funders and incubators. Learn to stay grounded in your core mission, avoid the trap of entrepreneurial hype, and strategically organize information about financial and non-financial resources to ensure wise decision-making at every stage of your social enterprise journey.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand the importance of aligning with funders and supporters who share your social mission.•

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23. Black Reconstruction in the South: The...

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2026/09/07

The Civil War and Reconstruction (HIST 119)Professor Blight begins this lecture in Washington, where the passage of the first Reconstruction Act by Congressional Republicans radically altered the direction of Reconstruction. The Act invalidated the reconstituted Southern legislatures, establishing five military districts in the South and insisting upon black suffrage as a condition to readmission. The eventful year 1868 saw the impeachment of one president (Andrew Johnson) and the election of

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807 | DBL Fund: How Double Bottom Line Investing...

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2026/09/07

What does it take to truly innovate in social finance? In this lesson, we explore DBL Fund, founded by Nancy Pfund, a pioneer in impact investing with a 'Double Bottom Line' approach. Discover their unique three-pronged investment strategy focused on identifying and supporting innovative, for-profit solutions to pressing environmental and social challenges, from forest conservation to homelessness. This case study also highlights DBL Fund's role in advocating for policy changes and building the

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6. Lycidas

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2026/09/06

Milton (ENGL 220)Milton's poem "Lycidas" is discussed as an example of pastoral elegy and one of Milton's first forays into theodicy. The poetic speaker's preoccupation with questions of immortality and reward, especially for poets and virgins, is probed. The Christian elements of the poem's dilemma are addressed, while the solution to the speaker's crisis is characterized as erotic and oddly paganistic, pointing towards the heterodox nature of much of Milton's thinking.00:00 - Chapter 1. Revisiting

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902 | Recruiting Your Founding Team: Culture, Roles...

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2026/09/06

In this lesson, we delve into the crucial process of building your founding team, understanding organizational culture, and defining essential roles for your social entrepreneurship venture. Learn how to select the right people who share your values and possess diverse skills for long-term success.🎯 Learning Objectives• Identify the key considerations for selecting a founding team and executive members.• Understand how organizational culture is formed and its significance for your venture.• Learn

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