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  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR, H, SS - In this course students will use interdisciplinary perspectives to develop a comprehensive overview of contemporary Japanese society, exploring such topics as culture, societal institutions, social inequality, and identities. Students will critically examine multiple perspectives of Japanese society and explore Japan's international relationships. No prior knowledge of Japanese society or Japanese language is required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,GS, H, SS - This course examines the social, economic, political, intellectual and artistic achievements of civilizations from the emergence of complex societies through the end of the ancient world (c. 700 C.E.). Students will obtain a global perspective by studying different worldviews and social institutions, as well as systems of thought and religion as they evolved through this historical period. Students will critically examine primary source material, such as written texts, artistic productions and archeological evidence as a complement to information gleaned from secondary sources. Courses in the World Civilizations series (126,127,128) may be taken independently and in any order. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,GS, H, SS - This course examines the social, economic, political, intellectual, and artistic achievements of pre-modern and early modern world civilizations from c.700 C.E. to 1800 C.E. Students will obtain a global perspective by studying different worldviews and social institutions, as well as great systems of thought, religion, science and art as they evolved through this historical period, laying the foundations of the modern world. The increasingly global interaction of cultures in both positive and enriching, and conversely, negative and exploitative ways will also be emphasized. Students will critically examine primary source material, such as written texts, artistic productions and archeological evidence as a complement to information gleaned from secondary sources. Courses in the World Civilizations series (126,127,128) may be taken independently and in any order. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,GS, H, SS - Using a world systems approach, this course studies the social, economic, political, intellectual and artistic achievements of civilizations in Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, and Europe in the twentieth century. The course focuses on contemporary world political systems and ideologies, war and revolution, colonization and decolonization, and the rise and fall of superpowers, and how these changes have impacted art and literature. Students will acquire a global perspective through transnational exploration of human values, cultures and institutions. Courses in the World Civilizations series (126/127/128) may be taken independently and in any order. (Formerly: HIST 113) Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing into ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,H, SS - Examines the creation and evolution of the United States beginning with pre-contact native peoples and continuing through the early years of the 19th century. The course focuses on key figures, events and eras and explores important themes and issues relevant to the nation's historical development, including Native American societies, colonization, slavery, the revolutionary era, establishment of the Constitution, and the early years of the republic. Students will develop historical thinking skills and draw conclusions from contradictory primary sources and historical interpretations. The diverse history of the nation will be emphasized by examining individual cultures, their interactions, and the challenges faced by multicultural America. Courses in the United States History series (146,147,148) may be taken independently and in any order. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,H, SS - Examines the history of the United States from the early years of the republic through the Nineteenth Century. The course focuses on key figures, events and eras, and explores important themes and issues relevant to the nation's historical development, including the early years of the republic, revolutionary changes in transportation and the economy, Manifest Destiny and western expansion/conquest, slavery, the Civil War and Reconstruction, the rise of industry and labor, and Imperialism. Students will develop historical thinking skills and draw conclusions from contradictory primary sources and historical interpretations. The diverse history of the nation will be emphasized by examining individual cultures, their interactions, and the challenges faced by multicultural America. Courses in the United States History series (146,147,148) may be taken independently and in any order. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,H, SS - This course examines the history of the United States from the start of the 20th century to the present. The course focuses on key figures, events and eras, and explores important themes and issues relevant to the nation's historical development, including the Progressive era, World Wars I and II, the Great Depression and New Deal, the Cold War, Civil Rights, the Vietnam War, and beyond. Students will develop historical thinking skills and draw conclusions from contradictory primary sources and historical interpretations. The diverse history of the nation will be emphasized by examining individual cultures, their interactions, and the challenges faced by multicultural America. Courses in the United States History series (146,147,148) may be taken independently and in any order. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR, H, SS - Examines the multicultural history of the United States from pre-European contact with North America to the present. The contributions and experiences of various peoples will be explored as they interact with the historical manifestations of power, inequality, and resistance. Students will develop historical thinking skills and draw conclusions from contradictory primary sources and historical interpretations as they examine the history of American diversity and the creation of a pluralistic society. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR, H, SS - This course introduces students to major developments in Islamic civilization from the advent of Islam to the present. It examines the basic principles of the Islamic religion, and how Islam has been experienced in different parts of the Islamic world and throughout history. The course explores the ways in which the religion of Islam has been embraced and practiced by diverse cultures of the globe including those found in Africa, Asia (including the Middle East), Europe and the Americas. Furthermore, the course explores how Islam has influenced conceptions of authority, law, philosophy, science, mathematics, literature and art. Finally, the course will examine variations in the status of women within Islamic civilization, both across time and in different cultural and socioeconomic settings. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
  • 5.00 Credits

    CKR,SS - Studies the evolution and development of the Pacific Northwest beginning with Native American societies and settlements. Major themes include: cultures meeting and in conflict, exploration and settlement, American expansion, economic exploitation, radical labor movements, role in the World Wars, and contemporary issues in a changing economy and multicultural society. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 090 (formerly ENG 090) with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by testing in ENGL 100 (formerly ENG 100).
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