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HIST-3400 History of American Foreign Policy
–Fa
3 hours
American statesmen have defended the principles of their
government and the rights of American citizens in a world of
empires and nation-states. This course provides an overview
of controversies over independence and imperialism, modern
tyranny and regime change, which have marked U.S. foreign
policy from the founding to the present day. Crosslisted as INTL or
POLS.
Prerequisite: GSS-1100 Politics in American Culture.
(even
years)
HIST-3710
3 hours
History of Political Thought I: Ancient Through Medieval
–Fa
Study of the development of political thought in the ancient
and early medieval era with special attention given to the works
of Plato and Aristotle. Course may also explore topics in political
philosophy. Crosslisted as HIST or POLS.
HIST-3720
3 hours
History of Political Thought II: Modern and Contemporary
–Sp
Study of the development of political thought in the late
medieval era and modern era with special attention given to the
works of Thomas Hobbes and Friedrich Nietzsche. Course may
also explore topics in political philosophy.. Crosslisted as HIST
or POLS.
Prerequisite: major or minor in economics, history, or
political science or permission of instructor.
HIST-3730 American Political Thought
–Fa
3 hours
Survey and examination of the course of political thought in
the American colonies and the United States from the 1600s to
current times. Includes special attention to American Founders and
the rise of political liberalism in the thought of Woodrow Wilson.
Crosslisted as POLS or HIST.
Prerequisites: GSS-1100 Politics
and American Culture.
(even years)
HIST-3750 Social Movements
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
Study of the influence of ideas and institutions upon social
movements in America. Crosslisted as HIST or SOC.
HIST-4050 Diplomacy of the Major Powers
–Sp
3 hours
Examines diplomatic relations among the world’s most powerful
nations, focusing on 20th century diplomacy and the future of
international relations in the 21st century. Crosslisted as HIST,
INTL, or POLS.
Prerequisite: POLS/INTL-3650 International
Relations or permission of instructor.
HIST-4110 Interpretations in American History
–Fa
3 hours
Study of selected historical problems in America. Emphasis
placed on new interpretations and their impact.
HIST-4300 Great Books in History and Politics
–Sp
3 hours
This course will require the student to read a single classic
work of history and political thought (or a limited number of related
works) and with other students, to closely and critically analyze
the argument of the work. Crosslisted as POLS, INTL, PUAD, or
HIST.
Prerequisite: GSS-1100 Politics and American Culture
(odd
years)
HIST-4440 Special Topics-History
1–3 hours
Investigation of specific topics in social science and history that
have intrinsic worth and engage student interest.
HIST-4620 Church and State in America
–Fa
3 hours
This course examines the historical, political, theoretical, and
legal relationship between church and state in America. Particular
attention will be paid to the American founding and changing
perceptions of church and state over time. (odd years)
HIST-4700 Research in American History
–Sp
3 hours
HIST-4710 Research in European History
–Sp
3 hours
HIST-4720 Research in Asian History
3 hours
All majors are required to take either HIST-4700, HIST-4710,
or HIST-4720. Each student will prepare a formal monograph.
Prerequisite: major or minor in history
. (Fee: $80)
HIST-4900
1–3 hours
Independent Study in History
Provides the means whereby gifted and interested students
may explore, in a more in-depth and intensive manner, general
information acquired in the major courses. Further, independent
study provides a logical way to complete required hours not
obtained in normal sequencing.
Prerequisite: permission of the
instructor.
International Studies (INTL)
INTL-3040
3 hours
History and Politics of the British Isles and Canada
–Sp
This course examines three countries: the United Kingdom,
the Republic of Ireland, and Canada. After an extensive topical
history along with a discussion of major prime ministers
who served in the 19th and 20th centuries, this course also
investigates contemporary issues including foreign policy, recent
political debates, secessionist problems in Scotland and Quebec,
membership in the European Union, and the ongoing structural
changes to government. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, and POLS.
(even years)
INTL-3080 History of Russia and Eastern Europe
–Fa
3 hours
See course description for GEO-3080 History of Russia and
Eastern Europe.
INTL-3190 Global Issues
–Sp
3 hours
Analysis of the international issues that are shaping our
contemporary and future world, ranging from terrorism, the
environment, international crime, disease, and collapsing states to
the digital revolution and the global economy. Crosslisted as INTL
or POLS.
INTL-3200 History and Politics of Latin America
–Fa
3 hours
See course description for GEO-3200 History and Politics of
Latin America. (even years)
INTL-3210 History and Politics of Asia
–Fa
3 hours
See course description for GEO-3210 History and Politics of
Asia. (odd years)
INTL-3220 History and Politics of the Middle East
–Sp
3 hours
See course description for GEO-3220 History and Politics of the
Middle East.
INTL-3230 History and Politics of Western Europe
–Sp
3 hours
See course desription for GEO-3230 History and Politics of
Western Europe. (odd years)
INTL-3400 History of American Foreign Policy
–Fa
3 hours
American statesmen have defended the principles of their
government and the rights of American citizens in a world of
empires and nation-states. This course provides an overview
of controversies over independence and imperialism, modern
tyranny and regime change, which have marked U.S. foreign
policy from the founding to the present day. Crosslisted as HIST or
POLS.
Prerequisite: GSS-1100 Politics in American Culture.
(even
years)
INTL-3650 International Relations
–Fa
3 hours
A survey of contemporary international affairs and principles
of interstate relations, focusing on forces that unite and divide our
world. Crosslisted as INTL or POLS.
INTL-3790 Comparative Politics
–Fa
3 hours
This course will familiarize students with major historical
developments, political debates, and scholarly research in the
subfield of comparative politics. Particular emphasis will be
placed on topics of the modern state, nationalism, economic
development, political culture and ideology, identity structure,
regime types, regime transitions, and comparative political
economy. Crosslisted as POLS or INTL. (odd years)
INTL-4050
3 hours
Diplomacy of the Major Powers
–Sp
See course description for HIST-4050 Diplomacy of the Major
Powers. Crosslisted as HIST, INTL, or POLS
2016–17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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Course Descriptions
HIST-3400 – INTL-4050
HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT