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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the African-American historical experience from the 1440's to 1865, beginning with West African societies and their relations with European explorers and traders. It concludes with the end of slavery in the United States. Students explore the economic, social, political, intellectual, and psychological dynamics of African, Caribbean, and African-American life and the intra- and interracial relations. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better foreach), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the historical presence of Africans in the Americas and the Caribbean from the end of slavery in the 19th century to the present. Students explore the social, political, economic, and psychological dimensions of this experience throughout this global study with focus on United States history and intra- and interracial relations. It is recommended that HST 121 be taken before HST 122. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better for each), orplacement.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys the history of Latin America from the pre-Columbian period to about 1830. It focuses on pre- Columbian civilizations, the conquest, the establishment of the Spanish and Portuguese empires, the evolution of a Latin culture, the struggle for independence, and the first attempts at modernization and intellectual independence in Latin America. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better for each), orplacement.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys the history of Latin America from about 1850 to the present. Emphasis is on the colonial heritage, the shaping of Latin culture, and the role of neocolonialism. Special attention is given to the Caribbean nations and to present models of social, cultural, and economic development adopted by Latin American nations. It is recommended that HST 131 be taken before HST 132. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the culture and history of Puerto Rico by tracing the development of the Puerto Rican nation through the Spanish "discovery" andeventual colonization by the United States. The course includes analysis of the contemporary Puerto Rican scene from a social, political, and economic context. Pre- or Corequisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C"or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the growth and development of the African continent from prehistoric times to the early nineteenth century. Considered are the geographic divisions of the continent, ancient empires of Africa, the structure, nature, and significance of African tribal life, and development of European exploitation during the nineteenth century. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This is a continuation of HST 134. The course analyzes the 19th century European impact on Africa, the socioeconomic, political, and ideological reactions of African peoples, the nature of colonialism and neo-colonialism, and national movements of independence. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" orbetter for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This is the first half of a two-part introduction to the political history of China, Japan, and India. Special attention is given to the diverse value systems that developed in this area, with discussions focusing on the basic philosophical assumptions of Confucian, Buddhist, and Hindu beliefs. The student is introduced to the current scholarship in the field and to primary source translations. The first semester deals with China to 1840, Japan to 1868, and India to 1854. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This is a continuation of HST 221, bringing China, Japan, and India into perspective in the modern world. It is recommended that HST136 be taken before HST137. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence that examines the social, intellectual, economic, and political problems in European history from 1648 to 1914. Particular attention is given to the role of ideas in historical events and processes and to the place of Europe in the context of world civilizations. Pre- or Co-requisites: ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C" or better foreach), or placement.
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