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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for ENG 100, ENG 160, or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: REL 150, REL 151, HIST 151, or HIST 152.3 Comment: HIST 222 is cross-listed as REL 222. HIST 222 is an historical analysis of the relationship between religion and conflict in the modern era. The course explores the ways in which religion has served to create, exacerbate, and/or legitimate conflict since 1800. Each semester, the course examines four religion-based conflicts from around the world, including Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. Upon successful completion of HIST 222, the student should be able to: Explain the relationship between religion and conflict. Differentiate between state-sponsored and other forms of religion-based conflict. Differentiate between religion-based and ethnicity-based conflicts while recognizing the relationship between religion and ethnicity. Describe the theological justifications for religion-based conflicts in the modern era. Describe the roles that political, economic, and social forces have played in religion-based conflicts around the world. Analyze the historical dimensions of religion-based conflicts in the modern era. Assess the characteristics of a wide array of religion-based conflicts in the modern era. Formulate informed judgments on the origins and implications of past and current religion-based conflicts.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 152. HIST 231 is a survey of the political evolution and major economic, social and cultural development of European States, 1500-1800. Upon successful completion of HIST 231, the student should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the emergence of a distinctive "European" identity in counterpoise to the "Orient" and the "New Worl Chart the transition from a feudal system of relations in politics, society and economics to an emerging modern capitalist system. Examine the shifting bases of authority from kingship and the Christian church to that of a modern, secular democratic state. Examine in depth the emergence of the industrial revolution and its various impact across Europe and the world. Demonstrate an understanding of the consolidation of European global dominance and the emergence of imperialism and colonialism over the centuries. Trace the evolution of the nation and its gradual replacement of all prior forms of association and identity. Analyze the dominant ideologies characterizing modernity that first emerged in Europe: liberalism, romanticism, socialism, nationalism and individualism. Express an appreciation for the art and culture of modern Europe, especially in relation to the changing social, economic and political currents across the continent. Describe the development of modern warfare and military technology and analyze their impact on Europe and the world including changing ideas on war and peace.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 152. HIST 232 is a continuation of HIST 231. It is a survey of the political evolution and major economic, social and cultural development of European States from Napoleon (1800s) to the present. Upon successful completion of HIST 232, the student should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the emergence of a distinctive "European" identity in counterpoise to the "Orient" and the "New Worl Chart the transition from a feudal system of relations in politics, society and economics to an emerging moderncapitalist system. Examine the shifting bases of authority from kingship and the Christian church to that of a modern, secular democratic state. Examine in depth the emergence of the industrial revolution and its various impact across Europe and the world. Demonstrate an understanding of the consolidation of European global dominance 4 and the emergence of imperialism and colonialism over the centuries. Trace the evolution of the nation and its gradual replacement of all prior forms of association and identity. Analyze the dominant ideologies characterizing modernity that first emerged in Europe: liberalism, romanticism,socialism, nationalism and individualism. Express an appreciation for the art and culture of modern Europe, especially in relation to the changing social,economic and political currents across the continent. Describe the development of modern warfare and military technology and analyze their impact on Europe and the world including changing ideas on war and peace.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 109, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 151. HIST 241 is a survey of South, Southeast, and East Asian civilizations from their earliest development to 1600. Upon successful completion of HIST 241, the student should be able to: Describe common and regional characteristics of Asian civilizations shaped by geographic and climate conditions. Trace the development of major Asian political entities and discuss their significance in regional and world history. Distinguish among and describe major Asian philosophical and religious traditions, value systems and institutions, and explain their role in Asian civilizations. Analyze patterns of contact and exchange, conflict and accommodation of various Asian peoples among themselves and with outside groups and explain the impact of these relationships on Asian societies. Describe and acknowledge the creative genius of Asian civilizations expressed through their arts, literature, intellectual discoveries and technological innovations. Evaluate factors that have contributed to the continuity and persistence of aspects of Asian cultures and lifestyles.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 109, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 152. HIST 242 is a continuation of HIST 241. Survey of South, Southeast, and East Asian civilizations from 1600 to the present. Upon successful completion of HIST 242, the student should be able to: Describe common and regional characteristics of Asian civilizations shaped by geographic and climate conditions. Trace the development of major Asian political entities from 1600 and discuss their significance in regional and world history. Distinguish among and describe major Asian philosophical and religious traditions, value systems and institutions, and explain their role in helping and hindering the development of modern Asian civilizations. Analyze patterns of contact and exchange, conflict and accommodation of various Asian peoples among themselves and with Western powers from 1600 and interpret the impact of these relationships on Asian societies. Describe and evaluate Asian experiences with imperialism and colonialism and their role in the rise of nationalist movements and the emergence of independent nation states. Identify and discuss major events, issues, and concepts that affect Asian national identities and Asia's place in the global community.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): HIST 152; ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 151. HIST 252 is a survey of the history of Africa with emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa from the 18th century to the present. Upon successful completion of HIST 252, the student should be able to: Describe political, social, cultural, economic, and other contributions of major African civilizations. 5 Compare, contrast, and identify the importance of various political, social, and economic philosophies and their effects on Africa. Analyze contemporary concerns, issues, and views held by Africans about their countries. Distinguish the characteristics of Africa's human and physical geography. Discuss the significance of oral history in Africa's history. Evaluate historical information and express informed judgments through the development of lucid written and oral arguments.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 152. HIST 281 is an interpretive survey of United States history covering the major social, political, economic and cultural developments from European settlement to Reconstruction. Upon successful completion of HIST 281, the student should be able to: Describe and explain the impact of the arrival of the Europeans and evaluate the political, environmental and social effects created by the interaction of the two worlds. Chart the major political, social and economic issues contributing to the transition of the British colonies from colonial possessions to an independent nation. Examine the development of the American system of government and the American party system and discuss its significance in national and world history. Analyze patterns of immigration and migration and explain the impact of these movements on American society. Comprehend the social, political and economic impact of slavery on American history. Identify and analyze the major political, economic and social issues that divided the nation into competing sections after 1820. Trace the emergence of America's industrial revolution and its regional, national and global impact. Appreciate the art and culture of America, especially in relation to the changing economic, social and political currents across America. Develop an understanding of what it means to be a citizen of the United States, of the privileges and coincident duties and responsibilities that accompany such citizenship. Demonstrate the ability to analyze information through writing and/or questioning and discussion.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 152. HIST 282 is a continuation of HIST 281 covering the major social, political, economic and cultural developments in the United States from Reconstruction to the present. Upon successful completion of HIST 282, the student should be able to: Discuss the origins and development of American political, economic, social, and cultural institutions. Analyze the industrial revolution in America and be able to identify the cultural, technological, social, and political changes that accompanied this major shift in the American mode of production. Identity the major political, cultural and social movements and discuss their significance on the local, regional and national levels. Examine the emergence of the United States first as an imperial power and later as one of the world's superpowers and explain U.S. foreign policy goals as they evolved in the 20th century. Identify and discuss the evolution of the domestic U.S. economy and explain the role of the U.S. economy in the context of a world economic system. Describe the role of the U.S. in the post-cold war world as a means of demonstrating an understanding of events in the contemporary world. Elaborate on the development and value of diversity in American society describing the contributions of a variety of ethnic and racial groups which have served to shape and expand worldview of the American people. Discuss the contributions that the United 6 States has made to the world in the form of technical, political, and social advances while simultaneously understanding the limitations that any one nation faces as a part of the world economic and social system.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 152; HWST 107 or HAW 101. HIST 284 will survey the origins and evolution of ancient Hawaiian society and culture, the changes during the monarchial period, and the transformation of Hawai'i as an American territory and state. Upon successful completion of HIST 284, the student should be able to: Trace the origins and migrations of ancient Polynesians, culminating in their discovery and settlement of Hawai'i. Describe the evolution of Hawaiian society; explain the mythological foundations for the ancient Hawaiian world view; and describe the meaning of pono as a fundamental value of Hawaiian culture. Analyze the role that population collapse and foreign influences played in the destruction of Hawaiian cultural practices. Describe the cultural, social, political and economic changes that took place during the monarchial period of Hawaiian history. Explain how and why the Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown, and how Hawai'i became a territory of the United States. Trace significant developments of the Territorial era, and explain the significance of World War II in Hawaiian and Pacific history. Express informed judgments and illustrate an historical understanding of issues in writing such as the Hawaiian Renaissance, recent land struggles and Hawaiian sovereignty. Communicate an understanding of the common themes in Hawaiian and Pacific islands history. Write coherent essays describing, analyzing and explaining specific material from the course. Access and retrieve information using electronic media.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): ENG 100, ENG 160 or ESL 100. Recommended Preparation: HIST 151 or HIST 152. HIST 288 is a survey introduction of Pacific Islands history that traces events from first settlement to modern times. Upon successful completion of HIST 288, the student should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the geography of Oceania and of the impact of the environment upon history. Discuss orally and in writing issues and themes in Pacific Islands history. Explain themes in the settlement of Oceania and in the ancient history of its regions. Demonstrate knowledge of culture contact among Native peoples and between Natives and outsiders. Discuss the impact of missionary activity upon life in the Pacific Islands. Articulate an understanding of the complexity of cultural change and cultural persistence in island communities. Describe the process of colonization and decolonization for various Pacific Island nations. Demonstrate working knowledge of contemporary issues in Oceania. Access and retrieve information using electronic media.
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