Course Descriptions for
History

Course Descriptions


HIS 150, INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every year, spring semester.) An introduction to the theory and practice of historical inquiry and research: effective library skills; techniques of historical interpretation; trends in historiography; paper preparation; and career or graduate school focus.

 

HIS 160, UNITED STATES HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every year, spring semester.) A political, economic, and cultural survey of American history from colonial beginnings to the present.

 

HIS 180, AFRICAN HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every other year, fall semester.) A survey of the history of Africa from earliest times to the present including ancient Egypt, early empires, the slaving era, colonialism, and modern independence.

 

HIS 190, EUROPEAN HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every third year, fall semester.) A survey of European history from the classical era through the Renaissance, Reformation, rise of nationalism, imperialism, and the modern era.

 

HIS 200, SELECTED TOPICS IN U.S. HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every year, fall semester.) A selected topic in U.S. history, emphasis varies from year to year. The particular topic is announced prior to registration.

 

HIS 210, SELECTED TOPICS IN AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every year, spring semester.) A selected topic in Afro-American history, emphasis varies from year to year. The particular topic is announced prior to registration.

 

HIS 220, SELECTED TOPICS IN AFRICAN HISTORY. 4 credits
(Every third year, spring semester.) A selected topic in African history, emphasis varies from year to year. The particular topic is announced prior to registration.

 

HIS 230, SELECTED TOPICS IN WORLD HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every third year, spring semester.) A selected topic in world history, emphasis varies from year to year. The particular topic is announced prior to registration.

 

HIS 240, SELECTED TOPICS IN WOMEN’S HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every third year, spring semester.) A selected topic in women’s history, emphasis varies from year to year. The particular topic is announced prior to registration.

 

HIS 270, AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY, 4 credits
(Every year, fall semester). A historical survey of the interactions of black people and white society in the United States from the colonial era to the present Prerequisites: CORE 110 Communication I: African American Heritage and CORE 140 Communication II: African American Heritage.

 

HIS 300, INDEPENDENT STUDY IN HISTORY, 4 credits
(Both semesters every year.) An independent study and research course designed to meet the specialized needs of students that cannot be satisfied with the regular curriculum. Requires prior consultation with a faculty member in the History Department willing to oversee the project. Course may be repeated without penalty, with special permission.

 

HIS 350, HISTORY SEMINAR, 4 credits
(Both semesters every year.) A study of a selected topic in history in a seminar setting with a required research paper. Emphasis varies from semester to semester with the particular topic being announced prior to registration.

 

HIS 499, SENIOR SEMINAR, 4 credits
(Fall Semester every year.) Discussion of career planning and/or graduate school placement. Preparation and presentation of a senior project. Senior Exam.