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HIS 105: Historical Foundation of Global Cultures

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Introduces the premodern social, cultural, economic, political, scientific, and environmental foundations of today's globalized world. Particularly emphasizes the origins and interactions of major cultural and political traditions; world religions such as Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism; and the local religious traditions of Africans, Asians, Native Americans, and others. Fosters interdisciplinary thinking by drawing insights from related disciplines. Also develops essential study skills of independent learning, analytic reading, critical thinking, and effective written and oral communication.

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HIS 106: Modern World History

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Explores the political, economic, social, cultural, scientific, and environmental changes since 1500 that have shaped today's world. Students will examine the historical background of contemporary issues. Particularly emphasizes the historical context of modern globalization; the transformation of traditional societies; and the international role of the United States. Fosters interdisciplinary thinking by drawing insights from related disciplines. Also, systematically builds on study skills developed in History 105, further strengthening ability to learn independently, think and read critically, and produce college-level research and writing.

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HIS 190: General Education Special Topics

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.

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HIS 201: Early History of the United States

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Traces the major social, political, and cultural themes of American history from the initial contacts among Africans, Europeans, and Native Americans through the Civil War. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HIS 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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HIS 202: Recent History of the United States

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Examines the social, political, and economic currents of American history since the Civil War. Emphasizes changes taking place in agriculture, labor, urban society, social relations, and industry. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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HIS 203: Theory and Practice of History

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Covers briefly the history of the discipline. Introduces historiographical issues, methodology, and the craft of argumentation; includes library skills, the use of computers, analysis of professional historians' research. Hands-on approach provides opportunities to work with primary sources (documents, oral sources, quantitative data, visual/material evidence). Seminar with discussion, oral presentations, written exercises, and a major paper or project. Must be sophomore standing to enroll or permission of instructor. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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HIS 301: The West in American History

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Studies the history and significance of the continuously advancing West in the development of the United States and present day life in America. Frontier society and migration are included is the importance of the American frontier on the nation's history. Prerequisite: One course in American history. If prerequisite courses are not met instructor approval is required. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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HIS 302: American Business History

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Analyzes evolution of business in North America from the colonial era through the development of 20th century corporate capitalism and to the "post-industrial" economy of the contemporary world. Particular emphasis is placed on the relationship between workers, employers and technological innovation, the social and cultural framework of capitalism, and the links between the economy and the environment. The course focuses primarily on the United States with cross-border comparisons to Canada and Mexico. If prerequisite courses are not met instructor approval is required. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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HIS 304: American Diplomatic History

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Studies U.S. foreign relations from colonial times to present and the factors which influenced them (e.g., the psychological outlook, the aims and the policies of the decision makers; public opinion; domestic and international politics; geography, and technology). If prerequisite courses are not met instructor approval is required. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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HIS 305: The Civil War Era

3.00 Credits

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Studies the background, development and results of sectional rivalries between northern and southern sections of the United States. The war and its aftermath are considered from political, military, economic, and sociological points of view. Prerequisite: HIS201 is recommended but not mandatory. If prerequisite courses are not met instructor approval is required. Prerequisite: HIS 105 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D OR HON 122 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D

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