History 387-389, 394-98, World History

 

HIS 387/Topics in World History

(periodically)
Focuses on differing topics of historical significance having to do with world history. This course may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. May fulfill departmental distribution requirements.

Liberal Learning:

• VARIES
• SOCIAL CHANGE IN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES

 

HIS 397/Gay and Lesbian History

(periodically)
This course looks at the history of gay men and lesbians. It also considers the unique ways in which gays and lesbians have contributed to the history and culture of their region and national identity while maintaining a diverse subculture. The course explores the different historical and social roles of gays and lesbians and how they survived under oppressions that ranged from the denial of civic and civil rights to execution. At the completion of this course, students will have expanded the traditional historical narrative by recognizing the presence and agency of gays and lesbians.

Liberal Learning:

• GENDER
• SOCIAL CHANGE IN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES

 

HIS 398/Twentieth Century World History

(periodically)
This course will provide a broadly comparative assessment of major world regions during the 20th century. In addition to surveying political and military developments, the course will attempt to identify differences and similarities in social organization and the harnessing of human energies.

Liberal Learning:

• GLOBAL
• SOCIAL CHANGE IN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES