Department of History

Undergraduate Courses Offered for Fall 2005-2006

HST 105. Contemporary Civilization I: Topics in Western Civilization.
The primary geogrphic focus of this undergraduate course will be Europe from approximately 500 B.C. to the present day. North America, in particular the United States, receives attention in the latter part of teh term when European expansion, settlement and World Wars I and II are examined. 3 credits. FS

HST 106. Conteporary Civilization II: Topics in Non-Western Civilization.
This undergraduate course will concentrate on the civilizations of the Far East, Middle East, Sub-Sahara Africa, and Latin America. The course will study the traditional religious and political structures of these civilizations, as well as the challenges presented by modern imperialism, revolution, and economic development. 3 credits. FS

HST 207. The Growth of the American Republic.
A topical history of the United States emphasizing European colonization, colonial government and society, the Revolution, problems of the new nation, westward expansion, Jacksonian Democracy, slavery, sectionalism and secession, the Civil War and Reconstruction. 3 credits. F

HST 301. The Study of History.
An introduction to methodology and historiography. Methods of research and writing are practiced on the basis of readings in primary and secondary sources and in the works of great historians, past and present. The great historical writings will be treated in terms of their literary merits, and great historiographical controversies will be discussed. Selected problems in the theory and philosophy of history will be raised. Career opportunities for students majoring in history will be explored in light of the departmental curriculum. Must be taking no later than junior year for majors. 3 credits. F

HST 335. Development of American Foreign Relations.
An examination of the diplomatic history of the United States to the Spanish-American War, including the origin and development of traditional policies, Manifest Destiny, Isolationism and Expansionism. 3 credits. AY

HST 352. Age of Ideology: Europe in the 19th Century.
A topical history of Europe and it's position in the world during the nineteenth century, emphasizing the political, socioeconomic, and cultural factors which gave rise to hegemony. The impact of industrialization and democratization on Europe is discussed in terms of the human efforts causing it and the "ism" proceeding from it. Formerly HST 367. 3 credits. AY

HST 370. The Development of Modern Russia.
A critical study of Russian history, including Kievan Rus, the Orthodox Empire, the "Third Rome," and the process of Westernization and modernization under Peter the Great. The unique experience of Russia's 19th century, "Red October," and the emergence of the first communist polity are examined. The main developments of Soviet and Post-Soviet history and culture are surveyed. Formerly HST 444. 3 credits. AY

HST 391. China: From Confucianism to Communism.
A survey of Chinese history, religion, and culture which focuses on the traditional roots and the modernization experience. The achievements of the major dynasties in the premodern period will be highlighted. The impact of foreign imperialism and the development of Chinese communism in the modern period will be emphasized. 3 credits. AY

HST 491. Special Topics in History.
These courses are designed to offer and intensive study opportunity in an area of specialization not covered in great depth by existing courses. Some of the topics may be covered are: "The History of South Africa," "Caribbean History," "The Renaissance," "Social History of Ireland," "Irish Antiquity," and "Formation and Evolution of the European Community." Students may take more than one special topics course. Specific topics will be indicated when they are offered. 3 credits. N

HUM 101. Honors Humanities Seminar I.
Honors humanities seminar that covers the Ancient World. (Course fulfills 3 credits of the humanities core curriculum.) Prerequisite: Permission of honors degree program director. 3 credits. F

HUM 201. Honors Humanities Seminar III.
Honors Humanities Seminar that covers the Modern World. (Course fulfills 3 credits of the Humanities core curriculum.) Prerequisite: Permission of honors degree program director. 3 credits. F

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