Academic Catalog 2018-2019

cussion of several state histories, biographies, and journal articles. Prerequisite: HIS 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instructor’s Permission. (Fall) HIS 3501, 3502, 3503 Directed Study A specialized course of study for qualified students, offered on demand. Prerequisite: HIS 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instructor’s Permission. JR/SR Standing. HIS 4023 History of the Middle East The course will examine the history and culture of the region, as well as explore fundamen- tal challenges and contemporary developments facing the Middle East today. Prerequisite: 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instructor’s Permission. (On Demand) HIS 4063 20th Century America This course examines the history of the United States during an era that witnessed two world wars, a global depression, massive social upheaval, and unprecedented prosperity. It requires careful reading and analysis of numerous major topical histories, regular class discussion, and a major writing assignment. Prerequisite: 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instructor’s permission. (Spring) HIS 4073 Early Modern Europe, 1648-1815 Beginning with the scientific revolution of the 17th century, this course surveys European civilization and political developments including the English Civil War, the French Revolu- tion and Napoleon. Prerequisite: 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instructor’s permission. (Fall Odd Years) HIS 4083 Europe, 1815-present Tracing the effects of the Congress of Vienna and the political developments in Europe, the course includes the unification of Germany and Italy, causes and effects of World Wars I and II, and Europe since 1945. Prerequisite: HIS 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instruc- A study of Latin American History including a review of Native American peoples, the effects of Spanish and Portuguese colonization, and the movements for independence, es- pecially in Mexico. Prerequisite: HIS 1033 or 1043 or 2013 or 2023 or Instructor’s permis- sion. (On Demand) HIS 4193 The Civil War This course examines one of the pivotal events in U.S. history, the Civil War. In addition to dynamic lectures, colorful audio-visual presentations, and lively class discussions of period sources, it also features innovative immersion experiences designed to convey vis- ceral impressions of the conflict. Parade-ground drill and battlefield maneuvers provide a taste of everyday soldiering, as does coffee and hardtack around the campfire at the clos- ing discussion. The smell of burning powder and the recoil of muskets during the live fire exercise add further authenticity, likewise the end-of-the-semester field trip to Appomattox Courthouse. All take their justification from author Shelby Foote’s contention that “any un- derstanding of this nation needs to be based—and I mean really based—on an understand- ing of the Civil War.” Prerequisite: HIS 1033, 1043, 2013, 2023, or Instructor’s Permission. (On Demand) HIS 4201, 4202, 4203 Academic Internship Students selected for this internship will assist course instructors through tutoring, showing videos, conducting study sessions, researching course materials, proctoring tests, grading tor’s Permission. (Spring Even Years) HIS 4123 Latin American History

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