HISTORY

Professors Gibbs, Hakkenberg, M. Miller, Millinger, J. Selby; Associate Professor Leeson; Assistant Professor Schadl; Senior Lecturers Dent, J.D. Long, L. Miller; Lecturers Carey, Rocovich; Visiting Instructor Cantrell, Willingham

A major in history requires the completion of 11 units, at least ten of which must be in the department.

These include:

A. One from History 125, 150 or 175

B. At least one unit from each of the following 200-level groups:

1. Pre-Modern History (pre-1600) 215, 218, 221, 222, 223, 230 231, 233, 235, 290 (where appropriate)

2. Modern History (post-1600) 241, 243, 245, 246, 261, 263, 265, 266, 267, 268, 269, 290 (where appropriate)

3. Non-Western History 210, 254, 272, 274, 281, 282, 284, 285, 290 (where appropriate)

C. History 300: Historical Methods

D. At least one unit from each of the following groups:

1. Pre-Modern History (pre-1600) 310, 315, 320, 325

2. Modern History (post-1600) 330, 335, 340, 350, 360, 365, 370, 375

3. Choice of any additional 300-level course, Independent Study, Internship, Archives Practicum, Historical Journal Editing Practicum, or Honors Project.

E. One, one-unit seminar: History 410, 420, 430, 440, 460, 470, or 475

F. Two elective units at the 200 level or above.

One of these units could be a non-departmental course selected with the approval of the departmental advisor. The department strongly encourages all majors to explore the possibilities of international study through the May Term, Intensive Learning, or Summer programs, and semester or year-long study abroad options.

Students planning subsequent graduate study are advised that work in at least one foreign language is very important. One’s major advisor should be consulted early to determine an appropriate program of study.

Minor in European History

A minor in European history requires six units, including History 125, 150, two European units at or above the 200 level, and two 300-level units (310-340).

Minor in U.S. History

A minor in U.S. history requires six units, including History 175 and three units of U.S. history at or above the 200 level; at least two units from the 360-370 level courses must be included.

Concentration in East Asian Studies

Dr. Susan Millinger, Advisor

Students from any major interested in developing a specialization in East Asia may earn a concentration in East Asian Studies by successfully completing (with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0), either in an approved program in East Asia or on campus, at least six units. Of these units, two must be in an East Asian language (Chinese, Japanese, or Korean), one must be in East Asian History, and one must be in Asian politics. The other two units are to be taken from relevant courses on or off campus, including special topics classes. One unit may be taken from an international perspective (see East Asian Studies advisor for list of courses available). An internship or independent study focused on an East Asian topic in any department is also advisable; the topic must be approved by the East Asian Studies advisor as well as the relevant department. Interested students should contact the East Asian Studies advisor as soon as possible for help in identifying appropriate courses either on campus or overseas.

1. Two units in a language—Chinese, Japanese, or Korean (required)

2. One unit in East Asian History (required)

 

HIST 281

Early East Asian History

 

HIST 282

Modern East Asian History


3. One unit in Asian Politics (required)

 

POLI 222

Comparative Political Systems: Asia


4. One unit from an international perspective (optional)

 

BUAD 211

Introduction to Global Management

 

ECON 237

Comparative Economic Systems

 

ECON 247

Global Trade and Finance

 

POLI 231

International Politics

 

POLI 232

International Organizations

 

RELG 130

Living Religions of the World


5. One unit in an independent study/internship (optional)

NOTE: Either in any discipline as long as the topic is East Asian.

6. One unit from Selected Topics (optional)

NOTE: Any selected topics course which focuses on Asia.

125 World History I

A general introduction to world civilization before ca. 1600, emphasizing a cross-cultural analysis of varying political, economic, social, and religious systems. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

150 World History II

A general introduction to world civilization since ca. 1600, emphasizing a cross-cultural analysis of varying political, economic, social, and religious systems. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

175 United States History

A broad survey of the forces and structures of American history. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

210 Environmental History

A survey which explores the relationship between history and the environment, with focus on a specific area of the world, and the connection between a people and its habitat through time. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

215 History of Women

An introduction to the role of women in Western society from classical Athens to the present. Special focus on the personal lives and social contributions of women and their status in patriarchal societies. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

218 Introduction to Archaeology

An introduction to the various theories of excavation and survey techniques, culture change, dating methods, and reconstruction of economic, social and religious practices or prehistoric societies. Case studies focus on both old- and new-world cultures. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

222 Early Britain and Ireland

Life in Britain and Ireland from the Stone Ages to 1066: the stone and early metal ages, the Celts, the Romans, the Angles and Saxons, and the Vikings. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

223 Britain and Ireland in the High Middle Ages

Life in Britain and Ireland from 1066 to 1485: a study of the rulers and subjects, of daily life and major events. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

230 The Renaissance

A study of life and thought as reflected in Italian beginnings, transalpine diffusion, and impact upon Europe. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

231 The Reformation

The religious reformations of the 16th century and their environment: political, social, economic, intellectual, and religious. (This course counts toward major credit in the Religion Philosophy major. History 231 and Religion 212 may not both be taken for credit.) (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

233 History of Tudor and Stuart England

A study of the history and society of Tudor and Stuart England, through lectures and seminars, offered off campus at Oxford University only in conjunction with English 333. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

235 History of Witchcraft

An examination of the intellectual and legal foundations of the great European witch-hunt, as well as elite and popular concepts of magic, witchcraft, and heresy. Case studies focus on continental Europe, but also include England and New England. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

241 Modern Russia

A survey of the cultural, social, political, and economic influences that have shaped modern Russia. Emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries, the Soviet period, and post-Soviet developments. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

243 Modern Britain

Emphasis is on the emergence of the modern English nation under the Tudors, the evolution of constitutional and parliamentary government, the development of the British Empire and its role in world affairs in the 19th and 20th centuries. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

245 History of World War II

An introduction to the military, strategic, and diplomatic history of the Second World War. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

246 The Holocaust

An historical account and a philosophical analysis of the Holocaust, including an examination of theological reactions to this event. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

254 Modern Africa

An introduction to the history of Africa, with emphasis on sub-saharan regions, beginning with the late 18th century. This course centers on the African experience during the last two centuries, from the decline of the Atlantic slave trade to colonization and through the era of independence. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

260 The South

This course is designed to be an overview of Southern history with a changing focus on various specific issues. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

261 Civil War

A survey designed to examine the causes of the sectional conflict, the course of events, and the consequences of the war. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

263 American Frontier

An examination of the American frontier experience. The survey ranges from the colonial wilderness through 19th century migrations to 20th-century perceptions. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

265 American Military Traditions

A survey of America’s military experience with an emphasis upon the interrelationship of war and society. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

266 Modern American Diplomatic History

An examination of the emergence and development of the United States as a world power, focusing on its evolving foreign policy. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

267 Victorian America

A social history survey of Americans and their "private lives," 1880-1920. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

268 The Vietnam War

An analysis of America’s longest war that concentrates on politics and diplomacy, but examines military and social factors as well. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

272 Latin America

A survey of the native background, colonization, independence, the struggle for constitutional forms of government, and relations with the United States. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

274 History of the Caribbean

This course will introduce students to the Caribbean, a narrow 2,500 mile island chain, including the Greater Antilles–home to Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola and Puerto Rico; the Lesser Antilles–collectively called the Virgin Islands; and two smaller island groups–the Bahamas and Curacao. We will examine the histories of these diverse islands, beginning with their central position in European colonial expansion and following their development through current events. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

281 Early East Asia

China, Japan, and Korea through the 19th century, with emphasis on social, political, and intellectual developments. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

282 Modern East Asia

China, Japan, and Korea since the late 19th century. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

284 Modern Middle East

An examination of the modern political, social, religious, and economic sources of tension and growth in one of the most dynamic and unsettled regions of the world. The course focuses on trends and events in the 20th century. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

285 History of South Asia

An introduction to the major themes and topics of South Asian culture, and history. "South Asia" includes the modern states of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka (Ceylon). Our course will focus largely on Indian topics, but since most of the course predates the rise of nationalist states, the term South Asia is the more appropriate term. Besides addressing issues fundamental to understanding South Asian cultures and their history, this course will also make connections to the disciplines of history, anthropology, sociology, and linguistics through discussion of methodology and interpretation. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wks.

290 Special Studies

Investigation of a special topic not regularly offered, with the topic determined by the history faculty. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

300 Historical Methods

This course serves as the introduction to the discipline, examining both the theory and practice of history. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: Completion of one 100-level History course, sophomore standing, and permission of the instructor.

310 Issues in Ancient History

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

315 Issues in Early Middle Ages

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

320 Issues in High Middle Ages

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

325 Issues in the Renaissance and Reformation

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

330 Issues in Early Modern History

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

335 Issues in British History

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

340 Issues in Modern European History

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

350 Issues in Africa

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

360 Issues in Early America

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

365 Issues in 19th-Century America

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

370 Issues in Modern America

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

375 Issues in Latin American and Caribbean History

An examination of issues of significance to the period. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: History 300 or permission of the instructor.

395, 396 Henry H. Fowler Public Policy Seminar

A seminar taught with a scholar-statesperson that deals with a policy issue of public significance. (Made possible by the Henry H. Fowler Endowment. Open to selected students with department permission.) (1, 1/2)

406 Independent Study

Supervised reading and research in a selected historical field. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the history faculty.

410 Research Seminar in Medieval History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

416 Internship

Experience in a field of applied history, under the guidance of a member of the history faculty. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the history faculty.

417 Archives Practicum

Experience in the field of archives management, under the guidance of the College archivist. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor.

418 Historical Journal Editing Practicum

An internship in the 16th-century Journal Book Review Office. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

420 Research Seminar in Early Modern History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

430 Research Seminar in British History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

440 Research Seminar in Modern History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

460 Research Seminar in Early American History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

470 Research Seminar in Modern American History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

475 Research Seminar in Latin American and Caribbean History

A seminar approach to selected topics for advanced students. (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

495, 496, 497 Honors Project

A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance.
Prerequisite: To qualify for consideration to receive honors in the major, a student in his/her senior year or in the Summer prior to the senior year must work under the guidance of his/her committee. A written proposal and application must be approved by the committee and department. A minimum GPA of 3.4 in the major is required. 495 Honors Project is prerequisite for 497 Honors Project. (1/2, 1, 1/2)