HIS - History

This course serves as an introduction to the organization and function of the U.S. national government. Its course topics include the U.S. Constitution, the federal system, political participation, the presidency, the executive bureaucracy, Congress, the courts, and the role of the media. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This World History survey course explores the key themes, people, events, and movements in human history, beginning with the Age of Encounter in the 15th century and finishing with globalization in the early 2000s. Using both primary and secondary sources, students will learn how to place social, political, cultural , intellectual, and economic developments in historical context, and make thematic connections across varying time periods and geographical regions. As students make these connections, they will gain a deeper understanding of how people and events in the past shape the world around us. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

The undergraduate capstone course is designed to encourage students to research, problem solve, think critically and reflect upon their college experience. Students will examine a movement in United States history with a focus on researching an influential person of the movement. Students will explore the influence of the movement and further investigate the individual’s impact on society and school. The capstone course is designed to help students integrate facets from the disciplines, skills, methodologies and knowledge taught throughout the undergraduate curriculum. This experience is designed for Education Track students in HP3 and meets the requirement for US History. Pre-requisite(s): Completion of necessary courses leading to culminating capstone experience, or at the discretion of the program director. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours