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3.00 Credits
This course is an introductory survey of the American West, wherein students examine developments in both the 19th and 20th centuries beginning in the nineteenth century from early exploration through the fur trade, including territorial expansion to the Pacific and in the American Southwest. Students also develop an informed familiarity with western American mining frontiers, the growth and expansion of the cattle industry and farming frontiers, and examine the diversity of the people living in this region. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0810, or placement into ENGL 1010.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the history of the world's peoples and societies from 1500 to the present, with an emphasis on the diversity and interconnectedness of human life in the past. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0810 or equivalent placement.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This internship will give the participating student the opportunity to immerse themselves into the workings of a mid-sized museum institution. The goal of this experience is to enlighten the student in the behind-the-scenes operations of a museum institution with an emphasis on the care of historic collections and the research and interpretive planning for exhibitions. Students will also be immersed in the daily operations of the museum that will include participation in educational programming, public outreach and facility management.
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3.00 Credits
This survey course covers the period from 1763 to 1789. Students evaluate the reasons the American Revolution occurred; the political, social, ethnic and military aspects of the American Revolution; the failure of the Articles of Confederation; and the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. Prerequisite: ENGL 0910 or equivalent placement test scores.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine every major American military campaign. Students analyze the causes of the American military involvement, decisions, and actions of the United States' Armed Forces from the colonial period through the Persian Gulf conflict. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0700 or equivalent placement test scores.
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3.00 Credits
A course to be offered based on sufficient demand from students and on the resources of the history program. In general, the courses are designed to increase student knowledge and understanding about how to think historically in order to develop a greater understanding of and appreciation for the institutions of society and for the forces at work in historical events and trends and will apply the "lessons" of history to the present world situation. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0700 or ENGL 1001 or placement into ENGL 1010, or concurrently enrolled in ENGL 1010.
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3.00 Credits
This survey course will cover the period from 1763 to 1789. Students develop knowledge about the reasons the American Revolution occurred; the political, social, ethnic, and military aspects of the American Revolution; the failure of the Articles of Confederation; and the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1010 or concurrent enrollment.
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3.00 Credits
Students gain insights into the political, economic, and social contributions made by American women. Focusing on women from a broad range of ethnicities, classes, religions, and regions, students identify how women and women's history are an integral part of U.S. history. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1010 or concurrently enrolled in ENGL 1010. (Cross-listed as WMST 2040)
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3.00 Credits
Students learn the background of European anti-Semitism, the rise of the Nazi Party, the origins of the Second World War, and the events that led to the destruction of European Jewry. Students trace those events and perceptions that allowed the Holocaust to emerge, particularly the development of racial anti-Semitism and religious anti-Judaism. Students explore Christian perspectives and actions, including the behavior and teachings of the church, its leaders and lay members during the Holocaust. Students explore the religious motivations for the extraordinary courage displayed by Christians who risked their lives to save Jews. Students assess the politics behind the Holocaust and how World War II affected Jews throughout Europe. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0700 or placement into ENGL 1010, completion of HIST 1120 or consent of instructor. Cross-listed as RELI 2080 Holocaust.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of ancient western history from its beginnings in Mesopotamia to the coming of Rome. Students examine several aspects of this long and complex story: political, social, military, religious, and cultural traditions and their contributions to the modern world. The Trojan War, Sparta, the Persian Wars, Alexander the Great, and Greek mythology will be given special attention. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1010.
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