HIS 125(3-0-3)
Western Civilization to 1715
This course is a survey of the evolution of Western Civilization from ancient times to 1715.Emphasis is on identifying and analyzing the major cultural practices, ideas, and institutions that form the heritage of Western Civilization. Attention also is given to interactions with non-Western cultures.
F,S
HIS 127(3-0-3)
Western Civilization Since 1715
This course introduces students to the development of Western Civilization since 1715. It focuses in particular on economic, political, social, and cultural aspects of the history of the West and relates these features to those of other regions of the world during the same period.
F,S
HIS 130(3-0-3)
Introduction to Black History in the United States
This course will examine the totality of the past and present life and culture of black Americans. It will survey and summarize the various facets of the history and life of black Americans. The course will enable students to evaluate facts and ideas carefully and judiciously so as to give meaning and perspective, clarity and reflection, balance and proportion to the total black American experience.
F
HIS 150(3-0-3)
African History
This course is a first survey covering the origins and development of African societies and cultures. It will examine related themes and issues. One important aspect of the course is to provide insight and understanding of Africans' views of their own history, culture, and social political, and economic institutions.
HIS 195
Hist-Experimental
Description not available.
HIS 227(3-0-3)
American History to 1877
This course is a survey of American history from the Colonial period through Reconstruction. Major emphasis is given to the political, economic, social and cultural forces that contributed to the emergence and development of the American civilization during this time.
F,S
HIS 229(3-0-3)
American History Since 1877
This course is a survey of American History from the end of Reconstruction to the present. Major emphasis is given to the political, economic, social and cultural forces that have contributed to the emergence and development of the American civilization during this time.
F,S
HIS 231(3-0-3)
Introduction to Russian History
This course is an introductory survey of the history of Russia. Emphasis is given to the major political, economic, social and cultural forces that have shaped the land and peoples of Russia during the past thousand years.
HIS 232(3-0-3)
World Civilizations to 1700
This course is a survey of world civilizations from ancient times to about 1700. Emphasis is on political, cultural, economic and social developments in East and South Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Latin America. The course will explore the unique experiences of individual civilizations as well as their global interactions and commonalities.
HIS 234(3-0-3)
World Civilizations Since 1700
This course is a survey of world civilizations from about 1700. Emphasis is on political, cultural, economic, and social developments in East and South Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Latin America. The course will explore the unique experiences of individual civilizations as well as their global interactions and commonalities and consider the degree to which present day societies are shaped by common global forces or by older and distinct cultural heritages.
HIS 235(3-0-3)
East Asian Culture and Society
This course takes a detailed look at the historical and philosophical traditions of East Asian culture and society. Connections between East Asia and the West will be emphasized throughout out the course.
HIS 237(3-0-3)
Introduction to Chinese History
This course is an introductory survey of the history of China. Emphasis is given to the major political, economic, social, and cultural forces that have shaped China from antiquity to the present day.
HIS 241(3-0-3)
European Witch Trials
This course surveys the history of the persecution of accused witches from the Middle Ages through the Early Modern era in Europe, and including New England. The focus is on the anthropological, religious, legal, political and socio-economic contexts in which beliefs about magic and witches arose and were widely accepted. Attention is given to regional variations in witch beliefs and trial procedures. The course also surveys the growth of skepticism, toleration, and the gradual decline of witch persecution to the end of the seventeenth century.
PR: HIS 125 or HIS 232
HIS 243
The Viking World
Description not available.
HIS 296
History Experimental
Description not available.
