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Introduces themes important for understanding Southeast Asia's modern history with a focus on the cultural and religious traditions of Vietnam. Explorations of the impact of Vietnam War 1950-1975 on East-West relations. Special Glencairn museum exhibit on contemporary Hindu and Buddhist practice including guest lectures. Field trips, course projects, and group work. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)
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Introduction to the theories and methods for interpreting how objects provide evidence for history and express a culture's values, ideas, and attitudes. Includes examination of archaeological method and ethics, and the use of objects in a museum setting. Hands-on projects and visits to local museums and historical sites. 3 Credits. Spring. W.E. Closterman
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Examination of the intellectual, religious, political, and cultural developments in European society from the fourteenth through the early eighteenth century, with special focus on the contributions of the Renaissance and Reformation on western civilization. Topics include the emergence and spread of Renaissance culture, the Renaissance state, the Protestant Reformation, and the wars of religion. Use of primary texts as historical sources. 3 Credits. Spring. B.D. Henderson
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Study of political, social, economic, and cultural developments in the major European powers from the eighteenth century through World War I. Topics include the Industrial Revolution, the French Revolution, Romanticism, Nationalism, Modern Mass Society, Imperialism, and World War I. Lectures and class presentations. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)
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Thematic examination of the establishment and development of the British colonies in North America. Focus on the religious, economic, political, and social development of the major colonies, leading to the evolving strain between the colonies and England. Attention to analyzing sources and developing skills in historical writing. 3 Credits. Fall. B.D. Henderson
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Examination of the historical development of American society from the eve of the American Revolution through the Civil War. Particular focus on political ideology, national identity, and societal values. Lectures and seminar discussions. Analysis of scholarly articles by leading historians in the field. 3 Credits. Winter. B.D. Henderson
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Focus on traditional societies of sub-Sahara Africa, the impact of European expansion on such societies, and the legacy of colonialism on independent African states. Ethnographies and art used to supplement historical texts. Field trips, group projects, and use of Glencairn Museum. 3 Credits. Fall. B.L. Schnarr
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Study of the ancient Israelites from the time of their formation as a social group through 70 AD. Emphasis on governmental and ecclesiastical institutions, intercultural relationship between Israel and its neighbors, and context of the Old Testament. 3 Credits. Winter. W.E. Closterman
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Surveys political, social, and cultural developments in the greater Middle East from approximately 600 A.D. to the modern era. Focus on the advent of Islam and the waxing and waning of selected Islamic Empires. Concludes with a consideration of the effect of World War I on the region. Alternates with History/Political Science 346. 3 Credits. Winter. D.G. Rose
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Exploration of the Swedish context of Swedenborg's intellectual and spiritual development, his call, and his revelatory works. Examines the geography, history, culture, and society of Sweden and the Baltic world in the eighteenth century. 3 Credits. Winter. J.K. Williams-Hogan
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