History (HIST) HIST-1110 United States History to 1877–Fa, Sp 3 hours Survey and analysis of the development of the United States from the colonial period through Reconstruction. The course examines ethnic, social, military, political, economic, and ideological themes in order to achieve a broad understanding of American civilization to 1877. Attention is given to the dominant Christian influences that have tended to shape our cultural, social, and political development. HIST-1120 United States History Since 1877–Fa, Sp 3 hours Survey and analysis of the development of the United States from the Reconstruction Era to the present. The course examines ethnic, social, military, political, economic, and ideological themes in order to achieve a broad understanding of American civilization since 1877. Attention is given to the dominant Christian influences that have tended to shape our cultural, social, and political development. HIST-2010 History of Civilization to 1500–Fa, Sp 3 hours Survey of human history and ideas from the advent of civilized life in the Ancient Near East to the Reformation Era. It presents religious, social, political, and general intellectual developments of humans from a Christian interpretive perspective. HIST-2020 History of Civilization Since 1500–Fa, Sp 3 hours Survey of human history and ideas from the Reformation Era to this century. It presents religious, social, political, and general intellectual developments of humans from a Christian interpretive perspective. HIST-2100 Ohio History for Educators–Fa 2 hours A survey of the history of the State of Ohio from pre-Colonial background to the present. Examines the settlement of Ohio by various Native American tribes, the early exploration and settlement by European migration and the state’s place in national development from the 19th through 21st centuries. HIST-2620 Church and State–Fa 3 hours A historical overview of the relationship between the Christian church and government, ranging from the formation of the church to the modern age, including both European and American Developments. The course also exposes students to the most recent controversies regarding the state, religious liberty, and freedom of conscience. Prerequisite: GSS-1100 Politics and American Culture. HIST-3000 Introduction to Historiography–Fa 3 hours 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-3030 3 hours History of Christianity: Pre-Reformation–Sp Survey of ancient and medieval Church history with emphasis given to doctrinal and institutional developments. (even years) HIST-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, INTL, and POLS. (odd years) HIST-3050 Renaissance and Reformation Europe–Fa 3 hours A survey of the period spanning the fourteenth through the seventeenth centuries, focusing on the origins, rise, nature, and waning of the Renaissance, especially humanism, and the origins, development, and influence of the Protestant Reformations and the Roman Catholic Counter-Reformation. A special emphasis will be placed on the continuities and discontinuities between the two movements. Crosslisted with BTHT. (even years) HIST-3080 3 hours History and Politics of Russia and Eastern Europe–Fa This course will cover not only Soviet history but also major events of Russian history up to the Bolshevik Revolution. Soviet and Eastern European history will be studied in detail, with attention given to the development of non-Russian peoples in the empire. The political, economic, social, and foreign policy aspects of Soviet Eastern European history will all be covered, emphasizing Perestroika and the Soviet collapse. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS. (even years) HIST-3110 Early American History–Sp 3 hours Analysis of the development of American civilization from colonization to 1820. Political, religious, social, economic, and cultural institutions will be examined. Prerequisite: HIST-1110 United States History or permission of instructor. HIST-3130 Civil War and Reconstruction–Fa 3 hours Study of the sectional crisis, the military and nonmilitary aspects of the Civil War, and the social and political phases of Reconstruction. Prerequisite: HIST-1110, 1120 United States History.Alternates with HIST-3400 History of American Foreign Policy. (odd years) (Fee: $150) HIST-3150 History of Ancient Warfare–Fa 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the history of ancient and medieval warfare and will cover important conflicts such as the Theban Wars with Sparta, the Second Punic War between Rome and Carthage, and the Hundred Years War between England and France. We will also connect the history of battles and campaigns with their political, intellectual, economic, and cultural contexts. While presenting a broad survey of centuries of armed conflict, our course will also focus at times on key individuals and turning points. This course is repeatable. (odd years) HIST-3160 History of Modern Warfare–Sp 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the history of modern warfare and will cover the major wars around the globe, the evolution of military technologies, the experiences of soldiers across time, and more. We will also connect the history of battles and campaigns with the political, intellectual, economic, technological, and cultural contexts that influenced it. While presenting a birds-eye view of roughly five hundred years of armed conflict, our course will also zoom in at times on key individuals and turning points, practicing biblical integration as we analyze historical actors' complicated lives and choices. This course is repeatable. (odd years) HIST-3200 History and Politics of Latin America–Fa 3 hours Analysis of the major historical, political, geographical, social, and diplomatic developments that have shaped contemporary Latin America. May be credited to geography, history, international studies, or political science. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS. (odd years) HIST-3210 History and Politics of East Asia–Fa 3 hours This course provides an overview of the major historical, political, economic, and social developments of China (Taiwan), Japan, and the two Koreas (South Korea and North Korea). May be credited to geography, history, international studies, or political science. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS. (even years) Page 270 2025–26 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions HIST-1110 – HIST-3210
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