HIS-101--(3)
WESTERN CIVILIZATION I
Surveys national, political, institutional, socio-economic, intellectual, religious, and cultural development of the West from ancient times to 1715, with an emphasis on later developments. (3 contact hours)

HIS-102--(3)
WESTERN CIVILIZATION II
Discusses the rise and decline of Western global dominance. Focuses on revolutionary developments in government, economics, science, and the arts since 1715. (3 contact hours)

HIS-105--(3)
THE WORLD SINCE 1945
Covers Soviet-American rivalry and the growing prominence of the newly independent Third World states. Emphasizes effects of international organizations and technology. (3 contact hours)

HIS-201--(3)
AMERICAN HISTORY I
This survey-and-problems approach to American history from the Colonial Period through the Reconstruction Era covers intellectual, social and economic concepts. (3 contact hours)

HIS-202--(3)
AMERICAN HISTORY II
This survey-and-problems approach to American history from the Gilded Age to the present covers the rise of modern industry, new social thought and international involvement. (3 contact hours)

HIS-204--(3)
AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY
Covers the great African empires to the contemporary scene. Emphasizes problems of blacks and contributions of blacks to civilization. (3 contact hours)

HIS-207--(3)
ILLINOIS AND LOCAL HISTORY
Covers major developments in Illinois and metropolitan Chicago from the prehistoric period to the present. Influence of major events, individuals, urbanization, and industrialization on the state's progress is discussed. (3 contact hours)

HIS-210--(3)
HISTORY OF ASIA
Surveys south, southeast and east Asian history from prehistoric times through World War II. Emphasizes religions and cultures, and early states. Western imperialism, the effect of World War II on Asian nationalism, and independence movements are examined. (3 contact hours)

HIS-211--(3)
AMERICAN MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Studies evolution of the United States military and its interrelationship with American society, government and economy. Includes popular attitudes, civilian control, military institutions, interservice rivalry, technology, ethics, limited and unlimited war, preparedness, and major campaigns. (3 contact hours)

HIS-215--(3)
HISTORY OF AFRICA
Surveys ancient times to the present, providing an overview of African people and their culture in the Orient, the Iberian peninsula and the African continent. Addresses major issues such as the impact of European expansionism, imperialism and colonialism; the growth of secularism and commercialism; and the emergence of national sovereignty, cultural hegemony and self-determination. (3 contact hours)

HIS-220--(3)
HISTORY OF LATIN AMERICA
Covers significant political, economic and social developments in the history of Latin America, emphasizing certain key nations, including Mexico, Argentina and Brazil. (3 contact hours)

HIS-230--(3)
HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
A study of the historical development of the Middle East, focusing on the rise and spread of Islam, growing Western dominance, the rise of nationalism, and modernization of the area as it exists today. Arab countries, Israel, Iran, and Turkey are covered. (3 contact hours)

HIS-250--(3)
SURVEY OF BRITISH HISTORY I
Conveys a broad perspective on British history to 1714 focusing on three major themes: the development of social and religious life in Britain; relations between England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland; and links with Europe and the wider world. This course is for students who will study at Christ Church College, Canterbury, England, and who meet certain academic requirements. (3 contact hours)

HIS-251--(3)
SURVEY OF BRITISH HISTORY II
A broad perspective on British history from 1714 focusing on three major themes: the development of social and religious life in Britain; relations between England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland; and links with Europe and the wider world. This course is for students who will study at Christ Church College, Canterbury, England, and who meet certain academic requirements. (3 contact hours)

HIS-254--(3)
EUROPEAN CITIES
Study European communities and institutions, and development of cities and urban social life. Covers urban planning and the response to growth, change and industrialization. Examine current life in European cities, and problems and comparisons to American cities, including social stratification, race and ethnic relations, growth, and regional planning. This course is for students who will study at Salzburg College, Austria, and who meet certain academic requirements. (3 contact hours)