HIS – History

A survey of civilizations from the dawn of time to the Peace of Westphalia in 1648; classical culture of Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Reformation; the emergence of the modern world.

From 1648 to the present; the dynastic and colonial conflicts of the 18th Century; the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Era; the liberalism, nationalism, and socialism of the western world in the 19th Century; and 20th Century issues of totalitarianism and the two world wars.

Study of the history and culture, literature, art, and people of the three distinct yet related societies of China, Korea, and Japan, from the dawn of time to the modern age. The course will include the following explorations: classical traditions and customs; famous works of art and literature; and, religious, political, and socioeconomic trends of these important Asian countries.

Broad overview of Southeast Asia, reflecting on two thousand years of cultural, societal, and political influences in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Burma (Myanmar), Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The course will touch on anthropology, geography, religion, art, and philosophy, providing a preliminary view of the immense historical and cultural heritage of the region.

Starting in the Fertile Crescent with the ancient Sumerian and Babylonian civilizations, exploration of the people, cultures, worship, art, literature, and government in this cradle of civilization. The course will then follow the rise of Islam and its spread eastward, while exploring the Indian subcontinent and the fascinating cultures, religions, art, politics, and people of South Asia.

Surveys American architecture and significant architects and builders up to the end of the Civil War, including Native American building types. Political, social, environmental, and economic influences upon the practice of building will be discussed along with the aesthetic stylistic trends they produced.

A survey of American architecture and significant architects and builders from the end of the Civil War to present. Political, social, environmental, and economical influences upon the practice of building will be discussed along with the aesthetic stylistic trends they produced.

A review of American history from the pre-Columbian era through 1865 and Reconstruction. The major political, economic, social, and cultural developments are discussed with consideration of their relevance to present-day life and institutions.

A review of American History from the industrial revolution to the present. Politics, economics, and personalities are examined to understand their impact on present-day life and institutions.

Introductory survey course discussing global languages, philosophies, economies, cultures, societies, regions, nations, and governments from a historical perspective. The course emphasizes how these forces interact to influence contemporary reality. Students will encounter different perspectives on the world itself, globalization, and cultural identity.

Critical analysis of major intellectual trends in world history. Students will examine how ideas shape history, and how history shapes ideas. In addition to philosophy, students will consider science, technology, medicine, architecture, and the fine arts as expressions of our shared human heritage. Western and non-western traditions are included, from pre-history to the twenty-first century.