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HI-101
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World Civilzations I
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No Description Set
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HI-102
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World Civilzations II
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No Description Set
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HI-151
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World Civilizations I
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A multicultural approach to studying the world’s early civilization, it examines their political, social, economic and cultural evolutions. It focuses on the lives, work and service of Confucius, the Buddha, Jesus Christ, Mohammed and other individua...
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HI-152
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World Civilizations II
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A multicultural approach to studying the world’s modern civilizations, it examines their political, social, economic and cultural evolutions. It focuses on modern moral and ethical dilemmas such as the colonization of peoples, world wars, genocide pr...
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HI-201
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America Through Civil War
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Starting with the convergence of European, African and Native American cultures in the sixteenth century, this course studies the multicultural history of the United States through its civil war. It focuses on the lives, work and service of Thomas Je...
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HI-202
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America Since Civil War
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A study of the political, social, economic and cultural history of the United States since its Civil War. It focuses on the moral and ethical dilemmas associated with immigration, industrialization, economic depressions, world wars, the Cold War, the...
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HI-221
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Western Civilization I
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No Description Set
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HI-222
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Western Civilization II
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No Description Set
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HI-241
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Civilizations of Asia I
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No Description Set
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HI-242
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Civilizations of Asia II
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No Description Set
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HI-301
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Early America
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American history from 1492 to 1815, analyzing the formation and growth of European colonies in America, their break with the British Empire and the formation of the United States of America.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-302
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American Civil War Era
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American History from 1815 to 1877, examining the Age of Jackson, the growth of sectionalism, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-304
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America Between the Wars
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American history from 1917 to 1945, it examines the Prohibition, organized crime, the Ku Klux Klan, the “monkey trial” over the teaching of evolution, the migration of African Americans from the rural South to the urban North, the Great Depression, t...
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HI-305
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Contemporary America
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Analyses of the forced that shaped contemporary American, focusing on the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement and the counter-cultural movements of the 1960s.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-306
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Women, Black, Indians in Am Hi
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No Description Set
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HI-321
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Ancient Europe
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Analyzes Ancient Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman history, politics, and culture. Focuses on political leaders such as Pericles, Julius Caesar and Augustus; philosophers such as Pythagoras, Socrates, Plate and Aristotle; poets/dramatist such as Homer, A...
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HI-322
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Medieval Life and Thought
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This course integrates the perspectives of history and religion into the study of medieval Europe (ca. 500 to 1500 A.D.). Religious history combines insight into the nature of religious experiences and structures with a proper understanding of their...
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HI-323
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Pre-Modern Europe
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Emergence of Europe as the most dynamic region on earth between 1500 and 1815, including subjects such as the Renaissance, reformation, beginnings of modern science and modern nations, and the first global economy.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-324
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Modern Europe
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Europe from 1815 to the present gained global hegemony and then lost it after World War II. Analyzes developments leading to the world wars and the Cold War, the rise of the European Common Market, and the collapse of communist regimes in Eastern Eur...
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HI-341
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Vietnam War
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This course examines why the United States went to war in the jungles of Southeast Asia that few Americans knew anything about. Students will examine the nature of the war itself, the tactics and strategies applied by both sides to the conflict, and...
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HI-342
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Pre-Modern Southeast Asia
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No Description Set
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HI-343
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Hist/Politics/Culture SE Asia
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No Description Set
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HI-344
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Modern India & Southeast Asia
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This course surveys the history of Southeast Asia from the nineteenth century to the present. It considers the nature of the traditional communities of Southeast Asia, the imposition and impact of western colonial rules, the emergence and activities...
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HI-351
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Mod. Middle East Hist. and Pol
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No Description Set
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HI-371
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History Publications Workshop
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No Description Set
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HI-380
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ST:
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No Description Set
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HI-401
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U.S. Constitution I
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Examines the nature of law and constitutionalism in the United States, with an emphasis on the struggles for power and calls for accountability from various sectors.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-402
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U.S. Constitution II
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Examines the evolution of civil liberties in the United States, including free speech, religious liberties, rights of the accused and the right to privacy. Cross-Listed with POL 402. Offered alternate years.
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HI-403
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American Diplomacy
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A study of America’s international relations from 1776 to the present, including the influence of domestic affairs on diplomacy.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-405
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African Americans
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This course is designed to examine the uniqueness of the African American experience and to show the integral part African Americans played in the history politics and culture of the United States. Using a variety of sources including books, letters,...
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HI-406
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Women in America
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This course is designed to explore women’s experiences both as an integral part of American history/politics and as a distinct and exciting perspective on studying those fields. Using a variety of sources including books, letters, diaries, fiction, a...
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HI-407
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History of Rock-n-Roll
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Examines the dynamic force that helped to shape contemporary American society and culture; looking at its roots in black gospel and blues, folk, country-western, and pop; and following its evolution from rhythm and blues, folk rock, acid rock, heavy...
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HI-418
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International History of the Cold War
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This course considers problems and issues that affected different regions of the world as those problems and issues related to the Soviet-American rivalry, or the Cold War, between 1945 and 1991. Specifically, it explores the origin of the Cold War;...
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HI-419
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Contemporary World Order
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This course considers the rapid changes and new challenges facing humanity in the contemporary era. Using the “Rise and Fall of Great Powers” as its conceptual background, this course explores the emergence of a new world order, with special emphasis...
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HI-420
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Cold War and After
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No Description Set
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HI-421
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Russian History & Civilization
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No Description Set
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HI-422
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Pre-Modern Russia
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Explores the beginning, flourishing, and decline of the Russian Empire from the first Slaves until the October Socialist Revolution of 1917. The course will provide insights into Russian lifelong hidden behind the “iron curtain” including the history...
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HI-423
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Russian Hist & Politics II
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No Description Set
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HI-424
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Modern Russia
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Explores the history of Russia from the Socialist Revolution of 1917 to the present. The course of historical events and the main trends of life in contemporary Russia will be recounted and analyzed. Great works of Russian philosophers and writers, c...
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HI-438
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Globalization & Capitalism
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This course introduces students to the study of political economy. It surveys the thought of political economists ranging from Adam Smith, Karl Marx and Joseph Schumpeter to contemporary thinkers. It also analyzes the contemporary global capitalist s...
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HI-439
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Global Financial Crises
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The international financial crisis that originated in the U.S. subprime mortgage market has deeply affected the global political economy. It indicates a shift in economic power away from the advanced economies of Europe, the United States and Japan t...
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HI-441
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Dynasties of China
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Why did China invade Tibet in 1949, the most peaceful nation in the world? Was Confucius popular in his lifetime? What do the Chinese people consider as their best dynasty and why? Did you know that China had a female emperor? Her name was Wu Zet...
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HI-442
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Modern China
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Examines China’s internal and external struggles in the modern world. Including the rise and fall of the China dynasty, the Nationalist period, the civil war and communist rule.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-443
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Samurai Japan
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The Shinto religion’s reverence for nature, the Heian aristocrat’s penchant for the subtle and the sublime, the samurai warrior’s insistence on loyalty and honor, and Zen Buddhism’s reminder that nothing lasts come together to form the culture that p...
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HI-444
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Modern Japan
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Study of the rise, fall and rebirth of Modern Japan, focusing on her internal politics, economics and culture, and how they relate to her internal posture.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-446
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Modern Middle East
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A study of the modern history, politics and culture of the Middle East, with emphases on the Arab-Israeli conflict, oil, Islam and the analyses of different governments and policies.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-450
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Pre-Modern Hawai'i
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This course is designed to broaden the understanding and appreciation of Hawaii’s oral tradition and its impact on the development of Hawaii’s history during the pre-Western contact era. Emphasis is placed on the lineal descent of significant heredit...
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HI-451
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Modern Hawai'i
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This course examines the political, economic, and cultural forces that shaped modern Hawaii and its people from first contact in 1778 to Hawaii’s overthrow, annexation and through the present day.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101
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HI-452
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Pre-Modern Pacific Islands
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This course examines the settlement of Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia and their colonial experiences from first contact through the 18th century. This course focuses on the indigenous development of this diverse region as well as the cross-cult...
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HI-453
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Modern Pacific Islands
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This course examines the impact and legacy of imperialism and colonialism on the indigenous inhabitants of the Pacific. Examining the Pacific from the 18th century to the present, this course focuses on the emergence of the Pacific as a distinct and...
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HI-462
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Reality Construct Control
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No Description Set
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HI-475
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History & Politics of Film
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This course is an inquiry into the relationship between film, history, and politics. It will examine how film is shaped by the politics, economics and culture of the society in which it is created. It will also study how film reflects that culture. I...
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HI-480
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Special Topics
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Selected topics in history to be announced.
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HI-483
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McNair Scholars Seminar
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No Description Set
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HI-485
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Challenge of Peace
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No Description Set
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HI-490
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Directed Study
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Individualized study of a topic arranged through the program advisor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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HI-494
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Research Seminar
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This is a capstone course that explores the core principles and methodologies of historical and political studies. It also monitors the students’ career preparation. In this course, the student will conduct research in history and political science (...
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HI-495
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Capstone in Gender Studies
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No Description Set
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HI-497
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McNair Scholars Honors Researc
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No Description Set
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HI151
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World Civilizations I
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A multicultural approach to studying the world’s early civilization, it examines their political, social, economic and cultural evolutions. It focuses on the lives, work and service of Confucius, the Buddha, Jesus Christ, Mohammed and other individua...
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|
HI152
|
World Civilizations II
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A multicultural approach to studying the world’s modern civilizations, it examines their political, social, economic and cultural evolutions. It focuses on modern moral and ethical dilemmas such as the colonization of peoples, world wars, genocide pr...
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HI200
|
Survey of American History
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No Description Set
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HI201
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America Through Civil War
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Starting with the convergence of European, African and Native American cultures in the sixteenth century, this course studies the multicultural history of the United States through its civil war. It focuses on the lives, work and service of Thomas Je...
|
|
HI202
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America Since Civil War
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A study of the political, social, economic and cultural history of the United States since its Civil War. It focuses on the moral and ethical dilemmas associated with immigration, industrialization, economic depressions, world wars, the Cold War, the...
|
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HI301
|
Early America
|
American history from 1492 to 1815, analyzing the formation and growth of European colonies in America, their break with the British Empire and the formation of the United States of America. Offered alternate years.
|
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HI302
|
American Civil War Era
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American History from 1815 to 1877, examining the Age of Jackson, the growth of sectionalism, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction. Offered alternate years.
|
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HI304
|
America Between the Wars
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American history from 1917 to 1945, it examines the Prohibition, organized crime, the Ku Klux Klan, the "monkey trial" over the teaching of evolution, the migration of African Americans from the rural South to the urban North, the Great Depressi...
|
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HI305
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Contemporary America And Culture
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Analyses of the forced that shaped contemporary American, focusing on the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement and the counter-cultural movements of the 1960s. Fulfills interdisciplinary course requirement. Cross-listed with POL 305. Offered alternate...
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HI311
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US Colonial Era
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No Description Set
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HI313
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The New Nation
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No Description Set
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HI314
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US: 1865-1900
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No Description Set
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HI318
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Us: Reconstruction Through Wwi
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No Description Set
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HI321
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Ancient Europe & Culture
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Analyzes Ancient Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman history, politics, and culture. Focuses on political leaders such as Pericles, Julius Caesar and Augustus; philosophers such as Pythagoras, Socrates, Plate and Aristotle; poets/dramatist such as Homer, A...
|
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HI322
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Medieval Life and Thought
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This course integrates the perspectives of history and religion into the study of medieval Europe (ca. 500 to 1500 A.D.). Religious history combines insight into the nature of religious experiences and structures with a proper understanding of their...
|
|
HI323
|
Pre-Modern Europe
|
Emergence of Europe as the most dynamic region on earth between 1500 and 1815, including subjects such as the Renaissance, reformation, beginnings of modern science and modern nations, and the first global economy. Offered alternate years.
|
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HI324
|
Modern Europe
|
Europe from 1815 to the present gained global hegemony and then lost it after World War II. Analyzes developments leading to the world wars and the Cold War, the rise of the European Common Market, and the collapse of communist regimes in Eastern Eur...
|
|
HI344
|
Modern India & Southeast Asia
|
This course surveys the history of Southeast Asia from the nineteenth century to the present. It considers the nature of the traditional communities of Southeast Asia, the imposition and impact of western colonial rule, the emergence and activities o...
|
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HI401
|
U.S. Constitution I
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Examines the nature of law and constitutionalism in the United States, with an emphasis on the struggles for power and calls for accountability from various sectors. Cross-Listed with POL 401. Offered alternate years.
|
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HI402
|
U.S. Constitution II
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Examines the evolution of civil liberties in the United States, including free speech, religious liberties, rights of the accused and the right to privacy. Cross-Listed with POL 402. Offered alternate years.
|
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HI403
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American Diplomacy
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This course is a historical study of America's role in the world. The course emphasizes analyses of complex questions involving U.S. relations with other nations and peoples, requiring the student to investigate primary sources and conflicting h...
|
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HI405
|
African Americans and Racial Justice
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This course examines African American history from slavery to black lives matter. It will examine their experience as slaves before the Civil War, their treatment as second- class citizens during the "Jim Crow" era, and their struggles through t...
|
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HI406
|
Women in America
|
This course is designed to explore women’s experiences both as an integral part of American history/politics and as a distinct and exciting perspective on studying those fields. Using a variety of sources including books, letters, diaries, fiction, a...
|
|
HI407
|
History of Rock-n-Roll
|
Examines the dynamic force that helped to shape contemporary American society and culture; looking at its roots in black gospel and blues, folk, country-western, and pop; and following its evolution from rhythm and blues, folk rock, acid rock, h...
|
|
HI412
|
US: 1932-Present
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No Description Set
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HI418
|
International History of the Cold War
|
This course considers problems and issues that affected different regions of the world as those problems and issues related to the Soviet-American rivalry, or the Cold War, between 1945 and 1991. Specifically, it explores the origin of the Cold War;...
|
|
HI419
|
Contemporary World Order
|
This course considers the rapid changes and new challenges facing humanity in the contemporary era. Using the “Rise and Fall of Great Powers” as its conceptual background, this course explores the emergence of a new world order, with special emphasis...
|
|
HI422
|
Pre-Modern Russia
|
Explores the beginning, flourishing, and decline of the Russian Empire from the first Slaves until the October Socialist Revolution of 1917. The course will provide insights into Russian lifelong hidden behind the “iron curtain” including the history...
|
|
HI424
|
Modern Russia
|
Explores the history of Russia from the Socialist Revolution of 1917 to the present. The course of historical events and the main trends of life in contemporary Russia will be recounted and analyzed. Great works of Russian philosophers and writers, c...
|
|
HI438
|
Globalization & Capitalism
|
This course introduces students to the study of political economy. It surveys the thought of political economists ranging from Adam Smith, Karl Marx and Joseph Schumpeter to contemporary thinkers. It also analyzes the contemporary global capitalist s...
|
|
HI439
|
Global Financial Crises
|
The international financial crisis that originated in the U.S. subprime mortgage market has deeply affected the global political economy. It indicates a shift in economic power away from the advanced economies of Europe, the United States and Japan t...
|
|
HI441
|
Dynasties of China
|
Why did China invade Tibet in 1949, the most peaceful nation in the world? Was Confucius popular in his lifetime? What do the Chinese people consider as their best dynasty and why? Did you know that China had a female emperor? Her name was W...
|
|
HI442
|
Modern China
|
Examines China’s internal and external struggles in the modern world. Including the rise and fall of the China dynasty, the Nationalist period, the civil war and communist rule. Fulfills either interdisciplinary or global awareness requirement. Cross...
|
|
HI443
|
Samurai Japan Japan
|
The Shinto religion's reverence for nature, the Heian aristocrat's penchant for the subtle and the sublime, the samurai warrior's insistence on loyalty and honor, and Zen Buddhism's reminder that nothing lasts come together to form the culture t...
|
|
HI444
|
Modern Japan
|
This course offers a study of the rise, fall and rebirth of Japan during the modem era. The course focuses on the internal politics, economics, and culture of the country. It also examines Japan's unique culture and how it shaped and was shaped...
|
|
HI446
|
Modern Middle East
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A study of the modern history, politics and culture of the Middle East, with emphases on the Arab-Israeli conflict, oil, Islam and the analyses of different governments and policies. Cross-listed with POL 446. Offered alternate years.
|
|
HI450
|
Pre-Modern Hawai'i
|
This course is designed to broaden the understanding and appreciation of Hawaii's oral tradition and its impact on the development of Hawaii's history during the pre-Western contact era. Emphasis is placed on the lineal descent of significant he...
|
|
HI451
|
Modern Hawai'i
|
This course will examine Hawaii and its peoples' pasts, focusing on the rise of the Monarchy and the challenges that led to its overthrow through the issues that confront Native Hawaiians and the people living In Hawaii today. Through these sign...
|
|
HI452
|
Pre-Modern Pacific Islands of Pacific Islands
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This course examines the settlement of Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia from settlement to their colonial experiences from first contact through the 18th century. This course focuses on the indigenous development of this diverse region as we...
|
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HI453
|
Modern Pacific Islands
|
This course examines the settlement of Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia and their colonial experiences from first contact through today. This course focuses on the indigenous development of this diverse region as well as the cross-cultural e...
|
|
HI475
|
History & Politics of Film
|
This course is an inquiry into the relationship between film, history, and politics. It will examine how film is shaped by the politics, economics and culture of the society in which it is created. It will also study how film reflects that culture. I...
|
|
HI480
|
Special Topic:
|
Selected topics in history to be announced.
|
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HI490
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Directed Study
|
Individualized study of a topic arranged through the program advisor. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
|
|
HI494
|
Research Seminar
|
This is a capstone course that explores the core principles and methodologies of historical and political studies. It also monitors the students’ career preparation. In this course, the student will conduct research in history and political science (...
|
|
POL-101
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Intro to Comparative Gov't
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No Description Set
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|
POL-111
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Comparative Government & Politics
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Survey of the various areas of political science to include a comparative study of the government and politics of the United States and selected European, Asian, Latin American, or African nations. Offered annually.
|
|
POL-201
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American Politics & Government
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No Description Set
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POL-211
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American Government & Politics
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An examination of how Washington works through a study of the dynamics of the American political system. Includes a review of the Constitution, the Congress, the presidency, the bureaucracy, the courts, elections, and the media. Offered annually.
En...
|
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POL-242
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Civilizations of Asia II
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No Description Set
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POL-304
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International Law
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No Description Set
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POL-305
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Contemporary America
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Analyses of the forced that shaped contemporary American, focusing on the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement and the counter-cultural movements of the 1960s. Fulfills interdisciplinary course requirement. Cross-listed with HI 305. Offered alternate...
|
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POL-307
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Media, Politics & Business
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No Description Set
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POL-315
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Contemporary Public Admin
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No Description Set
|
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POL-321
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Politics of Public Policy
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No Description Set
|
|
POL-324
|
Modern Europe
|
Europe from 1815 to the present gained global hegemony and then lost it after World War II. Analyzes developments leading to the world wars and the Cold War, the rise of the European Common Market, and the collapse of communist regimes in Eastern Eur...
|
|
POL-340
|
Theories of Peace
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No Description Set
|
|
POL-341
|
Vietnam War
|
This course examines why the United States went to war in the jungles of Southeast Asia that few Americans knew anything about. Students will examine the nature of the war itself, the tactics and strategies applied by both sides to the conflict, and...
|
|
POL-342
|
Pre-Modern Southeast Asia
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No Description Set
|
|
POL-343
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Hist/Politics/Culture SE Asia
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No Description Set
|
|
POL-344
|
Modern Southeast Asia
|
This course surveys the history of Southeast Asia from the nineteenth century to the present. It considers the nature of the traditional communities of Southeast Asia, the imposition and impact of western colonial rules, the emergence and activities...
|
|
POL-345
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Comparative Asian Politics
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A study of the governments, politics, foreign affairs, defense policies, political economy and internal socio-economic conditions of selected Asian nations. Special emphasis rests on the explosive political, economic and military changes taking place...
|
|
POL-347
|
Justice, Development & Human Rights
|
This course examines the inter-relationships between justice, development and human rights norms and institutions at the global level. Students will explore the historical development of these concepts and their application and evolution from the 19t...
|
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POL-351
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Modern Middle East Hist & Poli
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No Description Set
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POL-374
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International Law
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A review of the development of international law and the study of how international law works and why states obey it. Offered alternate years.
|
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POL-375
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International Relations
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An investigation into the development of the relations between nations aimed at providing a conceptual framework within which current events can be organized and understood. Offered alternate years.
|
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POL-376
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Public Administration
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No Description Set
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POL-386
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Legislative Intership
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No Description Set
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POL-401
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U.S. Constitution I
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Examines the nature of law and constitutionalism in the United States, with an emphasis on the struggles for power and calls for accountability from various sectors. Cross-Listed with HI 401. Offered alternate years.
|
|
POL-402
|
U.S. Constitution II
|
Examines the evolution of civil liberties in the United States, including free speech, religious liberties, rights of the accused and the right to privacy. Cross-Listed with HI 402. Offered alternate years.
|
|
POL-403
|
American Diplomacy
|
A study of America’s international relations from 1776 to the present, including the influence of domestic affairs on diplomacy. Cross-Listed with HI 403. Offered alternate years.
|
|
POL-411
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Politics of Public Policy
|
No Description Set
|
|
POL-419
|
Contemporary World Order
|
This course considers the rapid changes and new challenges facing humanity in the contemporary era. Using the “Rise and Fall of Great Powers” as its conceptual background, this course explores the emergence of a new world order, with special emphasis...
|
|
POL-420
|
Cold War and After
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No Description Set
|
|
POL-423
|
Russian Hist & Pol II
|
No Description Set
|
|
POL-424
|
Modern Russia
|
Explores the history of Russia from the Socialist Revolution of 1917 to the present. The course of historical events and the main trends of life in contemporary Russia will be recounted and analyzed. Great works of Russian philosophers and writers, c...
|
|
POL-438
|
Globalization and Capitalism
|
This course introduces students to the study of political economy. It surveys the thought of political economists ranging from Adam Smith, Karl Marx and Joseph Schumpeter to contemporary thinkers. It also analyzes the contemporary global capitalist s...
|
|
POL-439
|
Global Financial Crises
|
The international financial crisis that originated in the U.S. subprime mortgage market has deeply affected the global political economy. It indicates a shift in economic power away from the advanced economies of Europe, the United States and Japan t...
|
|
POL-441
|
Dynasties of China
|
Why did China invade Tibet in 1949, the most peaceful nation in the world? Was Confucius popular in his lifetime? What do the Chinese people consider as their best dynasty and why? Did you know that China had a female emperor? Her name was Wu Zet...
|
|
POL-442
|
Modern China
|
Examines China’s internal and external struggles in the modern world. Including the rise and fall of the China dynasty, the Nationalist period, the civil war and communist rule. Cross-listed with HI 442.
|
|
POL-444
|
Modern Japan
|
Study of the rise, fall and rebirth of Modern Japan, focusing on her internal politics, economics and culture, and how they relate to her internal posture.
|
|
POL-446
|
Modern Middle East
|
A study of the modern history, politics and culture of the Middle East, with emphases on the Arab-Israeli conflict, oil, Islam and the analyses of different governments and policies.
|
|
POL-451
|
Modern Hawai'i
|
This course examines the political, economic, and cultural forces that shaped modern Hawaii and its people from first contact in 1778 to Hawaii’s overthrow, annexation and through the present day.
|
|
POL-453
|
Modern Pacific Islands
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This course examines the impact and legacy of imperialism and colonialism on the indigenous inhabitants of the Pacific. Examining the Pacific from the 18th century to the present, this course focuses on the emergence of the Pacific as a distinct and...
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POL-462
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Reality Construct Control
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No Description Set
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POL-475
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History & Politics of Film
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This course is an inquiry into the relationship between film, history, and politics. It will examine how film is shaped by the politics, economics and culture of the society in which it is created. It will also study how film reflects that culture. I...
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POL-480
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Special Topics
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Selected topics on any aspect of political science or international studies to be announced.
Prerequisite: varies according to topic.
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POL-482
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History, Pol&Bus Systems of Modern China
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This course provides a graduate-level survey of the dynamics shaping China’s internal and external struggles in the modern world. Starting from the late Imperial period, the student is familiarized with China’s 20th century political experiments, the...
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POL-483
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Political Economy of Contemporary China
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This course examines the politico-economic dynamics that have propelled the Chinese economy into becoming the second largest on earth. Rapid capital accumulation in China since 1980 is recognized from different conceptual vantage points, including ma...
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POL-486
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Legislative Intership
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Internship with the City Council, State Legislature or Congress. A maximum of six semester hours may be applied to the major requirement. Offered according to sessions, junior or senior standing and consent of program advisor.
Prerequisite: major in...
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POL-487
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Political Intership
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No Description Set
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POL-490
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Directed Study
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Individualized study on a topic arranged through program advisor. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or consent of program advisor
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POL-494
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Research Seminar
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This is a capstone course that explores the core principles and methodologies of historical and political studies. It also monitors the students’ career preparation. In this course, the student will conduct research in history and political science (...
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POL-499
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Directed Study
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No Description Set
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POL111
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Comparative Government & Politics
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Survey of the various areas of political science to include a comparative study of the government and politics of the United States and selected European, Asian, Latin American, or African nations. Offered annually.
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POL211
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American Government & Politics
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An examination of how Washington works through a study of the dynamics of the American political system. Includes a review of the Constitution, the Congress, the presidency, the bureaucracy, the courts, elections, and the media. Offered annually.
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POL305
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Contemporary America And Culture
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Analyses of the forced that shaped contemporary American, focusing on the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement and the counter-cultural movements of the 1960s. Fulfills interdisciplinary course requirement. Cross-listed with HI 305. Offered alter...
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POL324
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Modern Europe
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Europe from 1815 to the present gained global hegemony and then lost it after World War II. Analyzes developments leading to the world wars and the Cold War, the rise of the European Common Market, and the collapse of communist regimes in Eastern Eur...
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POL341
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Vietnam War
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Although the Vietnam War ended long ago, questions about it continue to haunt the American people. What, for example, did the United States hope to accomplish in Vietnam? Why did America commit so much of its resources to a region of the world w...
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POL344
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Modern Southeast Asia
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This course surveys the history of Southeast Asia from the nineteenth century to the present. It considers the nature of the traditional communities of Southeast Asia, the imposition and impact of western colonial rule, the emergence and activities o...
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POL345
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Comparative Asian Politics
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A study of the governments, politics, foreign affairs, defense policies, political economy and internal socio-economic conditions of selected Asian nations. Special emphasis rests on the explosive political, economic and military changes taking place...
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POL347
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Justice, Development & Human Rights
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This course examines the inter-relationships between justice, development and human rights norms and institutions at the global level. Students will explore the historical development of these concepts and their application and evolution from the 19t...
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POL374
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International Law
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A review of the development of international law and the study of how international law works and why states obey it. Offered alternate years.
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POL375
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International Relations
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This course introduces students to the most relevant themes in the discipline of international relations, with its primary aim being the development of a better understanding of the ideas and other forces that shape relationships among nations....
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POL401
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U.S. Constitution I
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Examines the nature of law and constitutionalism in the United States, with an emphasis on the struggles for power and calls for accountability from various sectors. Cross-Listed with HI 401. Offered alternate years.
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POL402
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U.S. Constitution II
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Examines the evolution of civil liberties in the United States, including free speech, religious liberties, rights of the accused and the right to privacy. Cross-Listed with HI 402. Offered alternate years.
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POL403
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American Diplomacy
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A study of America’s international relations from 1776 to the present, including the influence of domestic affairs on diplomacy. Cross-Listed with POL 403. Offered alternate years.
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POL419
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Contemporary World Order
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This course considers the rapid changes and new challenges facing humanity in the contemporary era. Using the "Rise and Fall of Great Powers" as its conceptual background, this course explores the emergence of a new world order, with special emphasis...
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POL438
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Globalization and Capitalism
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This course introduces students to the study of political economy. It surveys the thought of political economists ranging from Adam Smith, Karl Marx and Joseph Schumpeter to contemporary thinkers. It also analyzes the contemporary global capital...
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POL439
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Global Financial Crises
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The international financial crisis that originated in the U.S. subprime mortgage market has deeply affected the global political economy. It indicates a shift in economic power away from the advanced economies of Europe, the United States and Japan t...
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POL441
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Dynasties of China
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Why did China invade Tibet in 1949, the most peaceful nation in the world? Was Confucius popular in his lifetime? What do the Chinese people consider as their best dynasty and why? Did you know that China had a female emperor? Her name was W...
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POL442
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Modern China
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Examines China's internal and external struggles in the modern world. Including the rise and fall of the China dynasty, the Nationalist period, the civil war and communist rule. Cross-listed with HI 442.
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POL444
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Modern Japan
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Study of the rise, fall and rebirth of Modern Japan, focusing on her internal politics, economics and culture, and how they relate to her internal posture. Cross-listed with POL 444. Fulfills either interdisciplinary or global awareness requirement....
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POL446
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Modern Middle East
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A study of the modern history, politics and culture of the Middle East, with emphases on the Arab-Israeli conflict, oil, Islam and the analyses of different governments and policies. Cross-listed with HI 446. Offered alternate years.
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POL451
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Modern Hawai'i Hawaii
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This course will examine Hawaii and its peoples' pasts, focusing on the rise of the Monarchy and the challenges that led to its overthrow through the issues that confront Native Hawaiians and the people living In Hawaii today. Through these sign...
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POL453
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Modern Pacific Islands
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This course examines the impact and legacy of imperialism and colonialism on the indigenous inhabitants of the Pacific. Examining the Pacific from the 18th century to the present, this course focuses on the emergence of the Pacific as a distinct and...
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POL475
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History & Politics of Film
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This course is an inquiry into the relationship between film, history, and politics. It will examine how film is shaped by the politics, economics and culture of the society in which it is created. It will also study how film reflects that culture. I...
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POL480
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Special Topic:
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Selected topics on any aspect of political science or international studies to be announced. Prerequisite: varies according to topic.
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POL482
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History,politics,bus Mod China
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This course provides a graduate-level survey of the dynamics shaping China's internal and external struggles in the modern world. Starting from the late Imperial period, the student is familiarized with China's 20th century political experiments...
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POL483
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Political Economy Cont China
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This course examines the politico-economic dynamics that have propelled the Chinese economy into becoming the second largest on earth. Rapid capital accumulation in China since 1980 is recognized from different conceptual vantage points, includi...
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POL486
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Legislative Intership
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Internship with the City Council, State Legislature or Congress. A maximum of six semester hours may be applied to the major requirement. Offered according to sessions, junior or senior standing and consent of program advisor. Prerequisite: major in...
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POL494
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Research Seminar
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This is a capstone course that explores the core principles and methodologies of historical and political studies. It also monitors the students' career preparation. In this course, the student will conduct research in history and political scie...
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POL498
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Why No Aliens? Humanity's Challenges
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Why have no extraterrestrial or alien beings made contact with us? What may seem like a quirky, even trivial question is a conundrum of profound scientific, philosophical, cultural, and even existential importance, raising questions about our ve...
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PS-101
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Introduction Political Science
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No Description Set
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PS-201
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Americian National Govt
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No Description Set
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PS-301
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State & Local Government
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No Description Set
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PS-315
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Public Administration
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No Description Set
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PS-406
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His Pol Thot I
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No Description Set
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PS-410
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American Constitutional Law
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No Description Set
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