Course Descriptions
AFH 3100 - African History to 1850 - 3 credit(s)
An outline survey of pre-colonial African history including a prefatory introduction to the use of primary sources (such as archaeology, oral tradition, cultural anthropology, comparative linguistics, documents) in reconstructing the African past.
AFH 3200 - African History since 1850 - 3 credit(s)
Survey of the Colonial and post-colonial history of Africa. Emphasis on the impact of European and other alien influences on the continent, emergence of independent African states, and post-independence problems of nation building and economic development.
AFH 3454 - The Africans - 3 credit(s)
History and contemporary life of Africa through its critical indigenous, Islamic, and Western influences. Issues may include African isolation, the development of Islam and Christianity, the development of the international slave trade, and the roots of the continent's economic and social systems.
AMH 2010 - US History to 1877 - 3 credit(s)
Survey of American history from pre-Columbian times through the Civil War. Special emphasis is given to critical social, cultural, and political movements and figures. At least 6,000 words of graded written work are required (Gordon Rule).
AMH 2020 - US History Since 1877 - 3 credit(s)
Survey of American history from the Reconstruction Era through the present. Special emphasis is given to critical social, cultural, and political movements and figures. At least 6,000 words of graded written work are required (Gordon Rule).
AMH 3110 - American Colonial Hist to 1750 - 3 credit(s)
Examines the evolution of American society from the earliest European-Native American contact through the eye of the American Revolution. Emphasis is on the transformation of colonial structures, expansion, ethnocultural issues, the rise of slavery, and the development of representative theories of government.
AMH 3130 - AM Revolution/Constitution - 3 credit(s)
An examination of the economic, politcal, and social causes of the American Revolution. The writing and ratifying of the American consitution will be the origins of the Consitution; and the Washington and Adams administrations.
AMH 3141 - U.S. History 1800-1860 - 3 credit(s)
Examines American history from 1800-1860. Special emphasis will be placed on the emergence of political parties and social attitudes as well as government policies toward Native Americans and African Americans.
AMH 3172 - The Civil War - 3 credit(s)
The American Civil War with emphasizes on the complex causes and lasting effects of this conflict of the battles, home fronts, ordinary soldiers, African-Americans, and military and political leaders of this era.
AMH 3201 - The U.S., 1877-1929 - 3 credit(s)
Examines the nature of American history from the end of Reconstruction through the stock market crash of the late 1920s, emphasizing intellectual, political, economic, and social/cultural trends (including civil rights and feminism).
AMH 3252 - The U.S. since 1929 - 3 credit(s)
Examines American history from the Great Depression through the present, emphasizing intellectual, political, economic, and social trends. Discussions of interrelatedness of these movements and of the diverse character of America.
AMH 3421 - Early Florida - 3 credit(s)
Examines the history of Florida from the time of its first recorded human inhabitants through the creation of the State of Florida with its distinct local and regional characteristics in the years prior to the Civil War.
AMH 3423 - Modern Florida - 3 credit(s)
Examines Florida history from the Civil War through contemporary time, emphasizing the dramatically changing social, cultural, political, and economic milieu of the state. Geographical and environmental awareness will underscore all aspects of the course.
AMH 3571 - African-Amer History to 1865 - 3 credit(s)
A survey of the black American experience from it roots in Africa through the Civil War. Emphasis is given to developing a critical understanding of the unique nature of the black American experience and the importance of African-American contributions to American history.
AMH 3572 - African-Amer Hist since 1865 - 3 credit(s)
A survey of the black American experience since the Reconstruction Era. Emphasis is given to developing a critical understanding of the unique nature of the black American experience, the importance of African-American contributions to American history, and the significance of contemporary civil rights.
AMH 3930 - Undergrad. Sem. in Amer. Hist. - 3 credit(s)
Emphasizes selected historical issues or problems of particular interest to students. Topics may vary and will incorporate interdisciplinary approaches.
AMH 4270 - U.S. in the Cold War - 3 credit(s)
Examines American involvement in the Cold War. Special emphasis will be placed on the evolution of American foreign policy and how the Cold War affected American culture.
AMH 4428 - Southwest Florida History - 3 credit(s)
Intensive examination of the regional human experience in Southwest Florida, beginning with the movements of humans into the peninsula 12,000 years ago. Traces the complex developments in this region through European contact, colonialism, statehood, Civil War and Reconstruction, land boom, depression, wartime, and the second land boom modern era.
AMH 4512 - Diplomatic History of the U.S. - 3 credit(s)
Examines the history of American Diplomacy from its formation during the Revolutionary era to the present. Emphasis will be placed on how American social development has influenced its diplomacy.
AMH 4550 - Constitutional Hist of the US - 3 credit(s)
The origins and growth of American constitutional theory from colonial times to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the Supreme Court in relation to political and constitutional issues.
AMH 4932 - Studies in Amer. Civilization - 4 credit(s)
Examination of major periods, themes, and movements in U.S. History, drawing heavily on concepts from the humanities and social sciences. Useful for many non-History Concentration students.
ASH 3323 - Modern South Asia - 3 credit(s)
Traces the establishment and collapse of British power in South Asia from the 18th century to India's Independence and Partition in 1947.
ASH 3400 - The Chinese - 3 credit(s)
The history, people and heritage of one of the world's most ancient and fascinating civilizations. Rare video scenes of daily life unveil the tensions between traditional and modern China.
ASH 3404 - Modern China - 3 credit(s)
A detailed study of the nature and development of modern China from the time of sustained Western contact (17th century) through the present. Provides discussions of the end of dynastic China, the consolidation of socialism, the Maoist upheavals, and the rise of China as an economic trade giant.
ASH 3550 - Post-Colonial India - 3 credit(s)
History of India after 1947. Major themes will be economic development, cultural and social change, and India's place in the contemporary world.
ASH 4442 - History of Modern Japan - 3 credit(s)
Examines the social, cultural, political, religious, and economic developments of Japan since 1800. Stresses the rise of Japan as a regional power and the influence of modern Japan as a world trade power.
EUH 1000 - Western Tradition, Part I - 3 credit(s)
Survey of the development of Western Civilization from ancient times through the Greeks, Romans, Middle Ages and early Renaissance. Interdisciplinary approach will emphasize political, social, economic, religious, and cultural development and periods.
EUH 1001 - Western Tradition, Part 2 - 3 credit(s)
Survey of the development of Western Civilization from the late Renaissance through the Reformation, Age of Absolutism, Enlightenment, Age of Revolutions, and regional and world wars. Interdisciplinary approach will emphasize political, social, economic, religious and cultural development and periods.
EUH 2011 - Ancient European History - 3 credit(s)
Survey of the ancient world from the rise of Near Eastern civilizations through the rise and fall of Greek and Hellenistic cultures. Strong emphasis is given to understanding the nature and contributions of Classical civilizations through the Hellenistic period.
EUH 2021 - Medieval European History - 3 credit(s)
History of medieval Europe from c. 500-1400 A.D.
EUH 2031 - Modern Euro History - 3 credit(s)
Thematic survey of Europe in the modern age from the French Revolution to the present.
EUH 3140 - The Renaissance - 3 credit(s)
Examination of the multifaceted era of the Renaissance and how it resulted in one of the most brilliant and influential eras of history between the 14th and 17th centuries.
EUH 3142 - Renaissance and Reformation - 3 credit(s)
Examination of European history from the Renaissance to the Thirty Years' War (1400-1618), emphasizing the cultural, social, political, and economic character of these times.
EUH 3202 - Hist of 17th & 18th Cent Eur - 3 credit(s)
Examination of the history of Europe from the Thirty Years' War to the French Revolution. Includes political, intellectual, and economic movements, as well as discussions of the visual arts, literature, and music from the Baroque Era through the Enlightenment.
EUH 3206 - History of 20th Century Europe - 3 credit(s)
Comparative examination of the social, cultural, intellectual, political, and economic currents in twentieth century Europe. Includes discussions on the significance of arts and letters in the shaping of modern Europe.
EUH 3462 - German History 1870-Present - 3 credit(s)
Examination of the rise of the German Empire and the vagaries of nationalism, totalitarianism, war, and democracy that have resulted in the modern German state.
EUH 3502 - Modern Britain - 3 credit(s)
Survey of the social, cultural, economic, and political history of modern Britain since 1750.
EUH 3572 - Russian Hist 1865 to Present - 3 credit(s)
Examination of the nature and fall of late imperial society, the Russian Revolution, the roots of Marxist-Leninist society, and dissolution of the Soviet Empire. Attention will be given to the past and present role of Russia as an international power.
HIS 3064 - Intro to Historical Studies - 3 credit(s)
Introduces students to the skills, approaches, and theories used by historians; includes both discussion and practice of the craft of the historian.
HIS 3065 - Introduction to Public History - 3 credit(s)
The course explores the intellectual and career challenges of practicing applied history in the public sector. It emphasizes the various roles played by public historians, for example, writers, administrators, managers, researchers, site evaluators, and policy analysts. Students will learn that public history draws on a wide range of skills and knowledge of other disciplines. Students will be expected to complete at least one influential and stimulating project in the field of public history using local resources and institutions.
HIS 3470 - History of Science &Technology - 3 credit(s)
Examines the development of scientific thought and demonstrable technology and their impacts on societies, cultures, and economies. Incorporates material from numerous disciplines, including mathematics.
HIS 3930 - Special Topics in History - 3 credit(s)
Emphasizes selected historical issues or problems of particular interest to students. Topics vary and will incorporate interdisciplinary approaches.
HIS 3955 - Study Abroad - 1 to 6 credit(s)
An intensive study-travel program.
HIS 4104 - Historical Epistemology - 3 credit(s)
Analysis of historical schools of thought and methodologies from ancient times through the present.
HIS 4900 - Directed Readings - 1 to 4 credit(s)
Intensive readings in selected historical topics. Students should be prepared to read literature across disciplines and to synthesize that material into meaningful intellectual discourse for mid-term and final course examinations or exercises. Approval from the instructor is required prior to registration for this course.
HIS 4920 - Colloquium in History - 3 credit(s)
In-depth examinations of selected historical problems or issues.
HIS 4931 - Special Topics - 4 credit(s)
This course is designed to emphasize a selected historical problem or issue that is meaningful and challenging to the student. A variety of instructional approaches will be taken to the material. Topics will be changed each semester.
HIS 4936 - Pro-Seminar in History - 3 credit(s)
Emphasis on the techniques of conducting quality research and on completing a major research paper. Topics will vary. May be repeated one time.
LAH 3130 - Colonial Latin America - 3 credit(s)
Examines the indigenous populations of The Americas and the creation of Spanish and Portuguese colonial empires in this region from the late 15th century through the rise of independent states (1830s). Discusses pre-Columbian cultural forms and their impact on the blending of cultures in The Americas.
LAH 3200 - Modern Latin America - 3 credit(s)
Examines the development of The Americas since the rise of independent states in the early 19th century through the 20th century. Special attention is given to the cross-cultural character of the region and the placing of Latin American works of art and literature into a cultural context.
LAH 3300 - The Americas - 3 credit(s)
Historical perspective of the diverse region known as The Americas (33 sovereign nations). Emphasis on the nature and development of U.S. relations with its hemispheric neighbors and the recent massive influx of these people into the U.S. by concentrating on contemporary key issues and events.
LAH 3430 - History of Mexico - 3 credit(s)
Survey of Mexican history from Pre-Columbian time to the present, with emphasis on the rich cultural heritage of its people and the economic, social, political, and religious forces that have shaped its history.
LAH 3470 - History of the Caribbean - 3 credit(s)
Survey of the thematic factors that have shaped life in the Caribbean region from pre-Columbian time to the present. Particular concern will be given to the racial and ethnic concerns that have affected the identities of various peoples of this distinct region of Latin America.
WOH 1023 - World Civilization 1500-1815 - 3 credit(s)
The social, cultural, intellectual, political, and economic aspects of world civilizations from 1500 to 1815. Emphasis is given to understanding the impact of cross-cultural exchanges and impacts on global history. At least 6,000 words of graded written work are required (Gordon Rule).
WOH 1030 - World Civilization since 1815 - 3 credit(s)
The social, cultural, intellectual, political and economic aspects of world civilizations from 1815 to present. Emphasis is given to understanding the impact of cross-cultural exchanges and impacts on global history. At least 6,000 words of graded written work are required (Gordon Rule).
WOH 3044 - 20th Century World History - 3 credit(s)
History of the twentieth century. Major themes include the two world wars, nationalism and decolonization, the Cold War, globalization, and new social movements.
