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HIST 3410 American History I: Colonialism to 1815.3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 Explores the events, issues, ideas, and personages that shaped America from the pre-colonial era to the end of the War of 1812. HIST 3420 American History II: 1815 to 1900. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 Explores the rise of America as a modern capitalistic and democratic state to the end of the late nineteenth century-expansionism. HIST 3430 American History III: 1900 to Present. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 Examines America as a global economic, political, and military power as well as the internal sociocultural forces that shaped America as a major leader in world affairs. HIST3610 Westem Civilization I: Pre-History to 1500. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 1111 This course introduces students to the study ofWestern eMlization and culture at the baccalaureate level by surveying the most significant political, economic, and social trends in European history from pre-history to the Renaissance. Students will learn about the ancient Greeks and Romans, the beginning of the Middle Ages, the rise ofthe Christian unity ofEurope, the Carolingian Empire and Medieval Climate optimum, up through the Renaissance. HIST 3620 Western Civilization II: 1500 to Present. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 1111 This course introduces students to the study of Western civilization and culture at the baccalaureate level by surveying the most significant political, economic and social trends in European history since the Renaissance. The course focuses on the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation, the Age of Discovery, the Enlightenment, the Wars of Empire and the French Revolution, the evolution of Modern Europe and the 20 th century. HIST 3800 Modern Latin America: 1700 to Present. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 Explores the major political, social, economic, and cultural developments that shaped Latin America from its independence movements to the present. HIST 3810 Modern Middle East: 1890 to Present. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 A survey of the historical, religiOUS, political, social, and cultural aspects of the Middle East since 1890. This study will incorporate European interaction and colonization of the region, the various religious movements and the Middle East's role in the modern world. HIST 3820 Modern Asia: 1890 to Present. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 A survey of the historical, religiOUS, political, social and cultural aspects of Asia 1890. This study will incorporate European interaction and colonization of the region, the various religious movements, and the Asian role in the modern world. HIST 4100 Fundamentals of Archival Theory and Practice. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST/POLS 3110 An introduction to archival theory and practice. The course explores archival history and the profeSSion, including legal issues, standards and ethics, terminology and concepts, research tools, and methods and practice. HIST 4410 American Multicultural History. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 2111 and HIST 2112 Explores the significance and impact of the ethnic, racial, and cultural aspects of American life and history from the colonial era to the present. HIST 4610 Modern Europe, 1517-Present. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 1111 and HIST 1112 This course surveys the history of Europe from approximately 1517 to the present. During this period, intense conflicts - political, religious, social, and intellectual - tore through European society, thereby creating the "modern" world. One of the aims of this course is to examine the meaning of "modern" 13
history, in terms of war and peace, economics, culture and society, and how that definition applies to the European paradigm. HIST 4620 Renaissance and Reformation. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HIST 1111 and HIST 1112 A survey of Renaissance culture as it emerged in the northern Italian city-states. Topics include republican and despotic governments, war and diplomacy, humanism, art, individualism, religion, the growth of secularism, gender, the family, and the Northern Renaissance. The second half of this course deals with the Protestant Reformation and its European context. POLS 3300 Survey of Comparative Politics. 3 hours. Prerequisite: POLS 2101 This course introduces students to the multi-faceted nature of political science. It takes a broad overview of the field and examines all the sub-fields of the discipline including International Relations, International Political Economy, American Government, and Political Theory. The course engages in comparative analysis of the executive and legislative relationships, electoral systems, political ideologies, and political parties. Various regions and countries from around the world illustrate the application and consequences of different institutions and ideas. POLS 3400 Survey of International Relations. 3 hours. Prerequisite: POLS 2201 or POLS 2401 This course introduces key theories and salient themes in international relations, including the problems of war and peace, conflict and cooperation, and human rights. It examines various methodologies and theoretical tools used to study the field of international politics. Attention is focused on several prominent security issues in modern international relations, such as the cold war and post-cold war world, nuclear weapons proliferation, nationalism, and international terrorism. Additionally, the course examines economic aspects of international relations, such as globalization, world trade, and environmental pollution. POLS 3550 Survey of Political Theory. 3 hours. Prerequisite POLS 1101 and POLS 2101 This course surveys the broad cannon of political theory, reviewing ancient, modern, and contemporary political thinkers. The primary objective is to introduce students to the fundamental ideas and hypotheses of government and society that have shaped the Western world. The second objective is for students to understand that political theory is not a unified whole. Rather, it is a discussion and debate that has taken place over the past 2000 years. By asking the very simple question, "Who are we and how ought we relate to one another," this conversation has defined humanity's experience in the world. By examining classic literature within this exchange, the goal of the course is to provide students with the tools necessary to find their place in the conversation. POLS 3570 Introduction to Public Policy. 3 hours. Prerequisite: POLS 2101 An introductory examination of theoretical and practical approaches to policymaking and administration, the essential steps in the process, and the roles of key actors at all levels. This course analyzes various steps taken in the policy making process including promulgation, budgeting, implementation, cost analysis, and evaluation. POLS 4220 Civil Rights and Liberties. 3 hours. Prerequisite: POLS 1101 and POLS 2101An examination ofthe relationship of individuals to government, relying primarily upon the case method of study, with specific consideration of problems of equal protection, due process, privacy, and freedoms of speech and religion. POLS 4240 Political Parties, Elections, and Voting Behavior. 3 hours. Prerequisite: POLS 1101 and POLS 2101 A study of political parties and elections as they influence the decision making process, the formulation of government policy, and the selection of official personnel. Also considered are American voting behavior and what factors influence the choices voters make. Topics will include what influences voter turnout and participation, the origins of party identification, and the impact of issues, race, and ideology on vote choice. 14
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