1995-1996 Academic Catalog

Sciences Hist01y HIST-111,112 United States History--A,W 5 hours each quarter An analysis of the development of the United States from the colonial period to the present. Attention is given to the dominant Christian influences that have tended to mold the philosophy and ideology of our cultural, social, and political development. HIST-201,202,203 History of Civilization--A,W,Sp 4 hours each quarter This survey of human history begins at the advent of civilized life in the ancient Near East and continues into the twentieth century. It presents the religious, social, political, and intellectual development of mankind from a Christian interpretive point of view. The three quarters may be taken in any sequence. HIST-300 Introduction to Historiography--W, odd yrs.; Sp, even yrs. 4 hours An introduction to the history of historical writing, methods of research, and the philosophy of history. Required of history majors. Should be taken in the junior year. HIST-301 Renaissance Europe--W, odd yrs; Sp, even yrs 4 hours A study of the cultural and intellectual movements of Italy and Northern Europe in the period 1300-1600. Emphasis is given to noted artists and scholars and their contributions to the modern world-and-life view. (even years) HIST-302 Reformation Europe--Sp 4 hours A concentrated investigation of the birth and early growth of Protestantism within the political context of Europe in the period 1500-1650. The role of the major reformers and their contributions to the development of the Christian faith are emphasized. HIST-304 The British Empire and the Developing Non-Western World--A 4 hours A study of Great Britain in her role as the disseminator of Christian values and libertarian ideals and institutions to Africa, India, and Australia. (even years) HIST-306 History of Modern Germany--A 4 hours A composite examination of the course of German unification under Prussia and Germany's rise to the status of a great world power. Emphasis is given to nineteenth and twentieth century political and intellectual movements. (odd years) HIST-308 Russia and the Soviet Union in the Twentieth Century--Sp 4 hours An in-depth analysis of the former Soviet Union and its impact upon the contemporary world. The nature of Russian Communism is examined in detail. (odd years) HIST-311 Early American History--A 5 hours An analysis of the development of American civilization from colonization to 1820. Political, religious, social, economic, and cultural institutions will be examined. Prerequisite: HIST-111 United States History or permission of instructor. (odd years) HIST-312 History of Recent and Contemporary America--W 4 hours An intensive study of the domestic and foreign policies of the United States in the twentieth century. Particular emphasis is given to the emergence of the nation as a world power, the progressive movement, World War I, prosperity decade, the great depression, the New Deal, World War II, and post-war problems. Prerequisite: HIST-112 United States History or permission of instructor. (odd years) HIST-313 Civil War and Reconstruction--Sp 5 hours A study of the sectional crisis, the military and non-military aspects of the Civil War, and the social and political phases of Reconstruc- tion. Prerequisites: HIST-111,112 U.S. History. (even years) HIST-321 Historical and Political Development of East Asia--A 4 hours A study of the historical, political, geographical, social, and diplomatic developments of East Asia from the 18th century to the present. May be counted as either history, political science, or geography credit. HIST-322 The Middle East: History and Politics--Sp 4 hours An analysis of the major historical, political, geographical, and social forces, such as religion and nationalism, that have shaped the contemporary Middle Eastern states. May be counted as either history, political science, or geography credit. History HIST-375 Social Movements--Sp 4 hours A study of the influence of ideas and institutions upon social movements in America. HIST-400 and HIST-401 Research in History 5 hours HIST-400 Research in American History--Sp HIST-401 Research in European History--Su HIST-402 Research in Asian History--W All majors are required to take either HIST-400, HIST-401 or HIST-402. Each student will prepare a formal monograph. Prereq– uisite: Major or minor in history. HIST-404 History of Christianity: Pre-Reformation--A 4 hours A survey of ancient and medieval church history, with emphasis given to doctrinal and institutional developments. (odd years) HIST-405 Great Power Diplomacy in the Modern World--W 4 hours An examination of international relations in the era of nationalism, colonialism, revolution, and ideological conflict. Emphasis is given to the origins and development of contemporary world crises. (Serves as an elective for history/political science majors.) (odd years) HIST-411 Interpretations in American History--A 5 hours A study of selected historical problems in America. History with the emphasis placed upon new interpretations and their impact. (even years) HIST-468 History of Ancient Political Thought--A 3 hours A study of early political theory with special attention to Plato, Aristotle, and Augustine. Stress is on the reading and analysis of primary documents. (even years) HIST-469 History of Modern Political Thought--A 3 hours A historical development of political thought from Locke to the present. An examination of representative contemporary ideas on the nature of the state; anarchism, libertarianism, philosophical conservatism, 20th century liberalism, socialism, fascism, nazism, and communism. (odd years) Political Science POLS-261 American National Government--A 5 hours An introductory study of the development and structure of the Constitution and the operation of our national political institutions. POLS-262 American State and Local Government--W 5 hours The organization and function of states and their political subdivi– sions form the basis of study in this course. POLS-264 Problems in American Politics--W 5 hours An analysis of key issues affecting various levels of government such as abortion, social welfare, terrorism, and nuclear war. POLS-321 Historical and Political Development of East Asia--A 4 hours See course description for HIST-321 Historical and Political Development of East Asia. POLS-322 The Middle East: History and Politics--Sp 4 hours See course description for HIST-322 Middle East: History and Politics. POLS-336 The Judicial Process--Sp 3 hours A study of the American judicial system, its development, contemporary character, and the effect of the legal system on the American citizen. Actual observations of the judicial process are included. POLS-361 The American Presidency--Sp 4 hours An overview of the office of the American president, the various responsibilities which he holds, the contrasting theories held in regard to the execution of his office, and a consideration of the increasingly important influence his actions have upon the nation and the rest of the world. (even years) POLS-362 The Supreme Court--W 4 hours An introductory course to the United States Supreme Court as an institution of lasting permanence within the American governmental structure. POLS-363 The Legislative Process--Sp 4 hours An in-depth analysis of the real mechanisms which undergird the role to the Congress of the United States as shown by the current literature and exemplified by present members. (odd years)