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HISTORY COURSES

HISTORY (HIST)
HIST 101 Western Civilization I F&S 3 credits European History. A survey of Western Civilization coordinating the study of the factors of economics, politics, society and religion into national strengths. Among the topics covered are: Introductory Historiography, the Origins of Man, Mesopotamian-Egyptian Culture, the Greco-Roman World, the Roots of Christianity, the Medieval Experience, etc.
HIST 102 Western Civilization II Spring 3 credits European History. A survey of Western Civilization coordinating the study of the factors of economics, politics, society and religion through modern times. Among the topics covered are: the "Rebirth" of the Renaissance, Reformation, Counter-Reformation Conflict, The Commercial Revolution and the New Society, Absolutism and the Sun King, etc.
HIST 103 United States to 1877 Fall 3 credits A survey of American History-political, social, economic, cultural- from the Colonial Period to the Civil War, with emphasis on the English Colonial Experience, the American Revolution, the establishment of the Union, early reform movements, slavery, and the coming of the Civil War.
HIST 104 United States Since 1877 Spring 3 credits A survey of American History-political, social, economic, cultural- from the close of the Civil War to the contemporary period, with emphasis on the transformation of the United States into a modern industrial nation, the concerns of progressive America, and the emergence of the United States from economic disaster to become a powerful and prosperous country.
HIST 208 United States: 1932 to Present BD 3 credits A survey of historical, political and social dynamics of the United States during the 20th century since 1932, emphasis on domestic changes along with the growing importance of foreign policy.
HIST 220 North Dakota History BD 3 credits A survey of North Dakota history from the period of early settlement up to the present time with an emphasis on the development and influence of cultural, economic and political factors.
HIST 222 History of the Western Frontier Spring 3 credits The Trans-Mississippi West with emphasis on the post Civil-War Frontier. Forces and factors in the settlement and development of the Western Frontier. Among the topics covered are: Western Frontier Historiography, the Fur Trappers, the Spanish-Texan Frontier, Brigham Young and the Mormon Frontier, the Mining Frontier, the Cow-town Frontier, Frontier Violence, Fact and Fancy, the Meaning of the Frontier in American History, etc.
HIST 224-225 American Studies I-II BD 3 credits Interdepartmental seminar class in the culture of the United States. Subjects vary from year to year and will be topical, such as "American History through Film and Documentaries." Sophomore standing.
HIST 239 The US and the Vietnam War BD 3 credits A survey of the impact and consequences of the Vietnam war on the people, politics and social life of the United States.
HIST 243 Historical Investigations BD 1-3 credits Inquiries into historical phenomena-personages, places, institutions, events, ideas-anything that has to do with the life of man in the past. Repeatable so long as content varies-up to six credit hours. If repeated, consent of instructor or department chair required.
HIST 294 Independent Study 1-3 credits Independent or directed study of special topics in history. Department chairperson approval is required.
HIST 299 Special Topics in History BD 1-3 credits Repeatable up to six semester hours. An examination of special topics in history.
HIST 195-295 Service Learning 1 credit Maximum of six semester hours. Service learning may be accomplished by one of three methods: Joining a club that has a public service component, doing volunteer work at a non-profit organization, or taking a course that links public service with its curriculum.
HIST 197-297 Cooperative Education/lnternship F&S SM 1-3 credit hours each Repeatable up to a maximum of six hours. Work hours are arranged by employer, advisor and student. Progress is checked by oral and written reports from the employer. Periodic student-advisor conferences are required to discuss progress or problems. Students are required to submit an accounting of their experiences to their instructor. All co-op experiences are based on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Department chair approval is required.

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