1997-1998 - The University of Scranton

HIST. 140 Dr. Homer
Research Methods: 3 credits
The Historian at Work
Introduction to the techniques of historical research
including the use of library and bibliographical materials,
the use and interpretation of evidence, and the
preparation of written papers. Course is designed to
assist any student, regardless of major, who wishes to
improve research and term paper skills.
HIST. 210 Dr. Homer
History as Biography 3 credits
An exploration of the nature of biography and its
relationship to the study of the past. Biographies of
several major figures from the modern era will be
read and studied to exemplify different biographical
techniques and their utility as means of historical
inquiry.
HIST. 212 Dr. DeMichele
(D)Rebels, Rogues, and Reformers 3 credits
A sociological cross-cultural, and psychohistorical
approach to those folk heroes, political “expropriators”
and bandits whose spectacular exploits have
been romanticized and preserved through the centuries.
Figures such as Robin Hood, Cartouche,
Pancho Villa, Jesse James, Che Guevara and others
will be considered.
HIST. 213 Dr. DeMichele
Great Discoveries 3 credits
Historical analysis and assessment of the great scientific
discoveries and technological developments
of mankind from the Age of the Renaissance to the
Space Age.
H/PS 213 Dr. Parente
Modern Africa 3 credits
An introduction to the vast and diverse continent
of Africa. Attention to the history, geography,
ecology and culture of the various African states
with a focus on understanding the political systems
of Africa in a comparative perspective.
H/PS 214 Dr. DeMichele
(C,D)History of Contemporary 3 credits
World Politics
(See description under Political Science.)
HIST. 215 Prof. Buckley
Modern Economic History 3 credits
A comparative approach to the historical economic
development of Europe and America from early
modern to modern times including a study of economic
principles, theories and issues.
H/PS 215 Dr. Homer
War and Modern Society 3 credits
(See description under Political Science.)
H/PS 216 Dr. Harris
Gender and the Work Force 3 credits
(See description under Political Science.)
H/Geog 217 Dr. Conover
(S)Cultural Geography 3 credits
Study of the influence of geography on the origin,
structure, and spread of culture. Focuses on describing
and analyzing the ways language, religion,
economy, government and other cultural phenomena
vary or remain consistent from place to place.
HIST. 217 Dr. Hueston
History of American Catholicism 3 credits
A survey of the significant events, trends, and
individuals reflecting the Catholic experience in
America from the earliest colonial settlements to
the post-Vatican era.
HIST. 218 Dr. Homer
Total War 3 credits
Examination of the tactics, strategy, and global
significance of World War II. The logistics and
scope of the conflict. Importance of propaganda,
patriotism and the people. Film-seminar approach.
Film fee.
HIST. 219 Dr. DeMichele
(C,D)Modern World History 3 credits
A study of change and development in the world
during the 20th century. Emphasis on cultural,
economic, and political differences between
Western and non-Western states.
HIST. 221 Dr. Conover
(C)The American West 3 credits
A study of acquisition, settlement, and development
of the Trans-Mississippi West, including the
mining, cattleman’s and farmers’ frontiers; Indian
removal, and Manifest Destiny in Texas and
Oregon.
HIST. 222 Dr. Champagne
History of American 3 credits
Presidential Elections
A study of the candidates, issues and campaigns in
American Presidential elections from Washington
to Kennedy. The course will also examine the evolution
of the electoral process and the relationship
between political parties.
HIST. 223 Dr. Buckley
Introduction to Irish History 3 credits
An introduction to Irish History which surveys the
principal political, social, economic, and intellectual
changes in Irish life since the time of the pre-celtic
peoples. Topics will include: Celtic Civilization; the
Coming of Christianity; the Norman Invasion; the
English connection; Irish nationalism; and the
“Troubles” in Northern Ireland.
H/PS 224 Dr. DeMichele
(C,D)Ethnic & Racial Minorities 3 credits
in Northeastern Pennsylvania
Film-seminar approach to study of various ethnic
groupings in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Seeks to
achieve better understanding of the immigrant’s
problems and his accomplishments through use of
documentary and feature films.
HIST. 225 Staff
Imperial Russia 3 credits
From the crystallization of political forms in the
9th century through the Kievan State, Mongolian
Invasion, rise of Muscovy to the Eurasian Empire
from the 17th to the end of the 19th century.
HIST. 226 Staff
Russian Revolution and Aftermath 3 credits
A study of the development of radical thought in
19th and 20th century Russia. Analysis of various
factors and forces at work in revolutionary Russia.
Lenin, War Communism, NEP, Stalin.
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