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Mark your calendar for spring semester! — Registration begins Jan. 5; classes start Feb. 2

WE CAN DO IT! WOMEN OF THE FDR ADMINISTRATION AND WWII (G398)

G – History

Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building) | February 4, 2026-March 11, 2026

Wednesday: 9:00 AM-10:15 AM

This is a hybrid course. One section meets on site at the location listed; and one section meets online only.

This course studies the influence and accomplishments of four women who served in the highest level positions in the Roosevelt Administration. We also learn about the influences and accomplishments of the thousands of unsung World War II heroines who held positions in all military branches and the cryptanalysts and spies of the Office of Strategic Services. Additionally, we examine the contributions of the civilian women on the home front who worked in crucial industries and businesses.

This offering meets for a total of 6 session(s).

INSTRUCTOR: Susan McFarlane

McFARLANE, SUSAN — B.A., sociology, history, research, University of Delaware; master’s coursework, legal policy, California University of Pennsylvania. Retired Medicare Fair Hearing Officer. (G398)

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