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Undergraduate History

2024 Fall Term

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AMERICAN HISTORY TO 1877

HISTRY 124

An introduction to the study of American history with emphasis on the evolution of economic, political, social and cultural values and institutions from colonization through the Civil War era.

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AMERICAN HISTORY SINCE 1877

HISTRY 125

A study of the United States from 1877 to the present, analyzing the socio-economic, political and intellectual forces that have shaped the lives of underrepresented racial/ethnic groups as well as contemporary values, problems, and institutions. This course taken in conjunction with HISTRY 124 provides a complete American history survey.

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ANCIENT AFRICAN HISTORY

HISTRY 142

This is an introductory class to Ancient African history spanning the time period from the earliest human societies up to the period before the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Significant attention is placed on diversity, achievements and technological developments of African societies, and Africa's contributions and interactions with the wider world before 1400AD.

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THE GREAT WAR AND EMPIRE

HISTRY 151

This course explores relationships between The Great War (World War I) and colonialism around the world. By 1900, the business of colonization encircled the globe. No continent was untouched by the colonial reach of Western powers. While colonial subjects were expected to support their colonizers in the grand struggle that was "a war to end all war," such participation on battlefields and oceans cultivated a growing sense of independence and self-determination. It is such colonial involvement and action that truly made the Great War into a World War that sent lasting repercussions from Europe to Africa, Asia and the Americas.

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WESTERN CIVILIZATION

HISTRY 154

An examination of the social, cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped Western civilization from early ancient Mediterranean cultures to the eighteenth century.

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HISTORY OF MODERN EUROPE

HISTRY 155

A study of European civilizations from the eighteenth century to the present, analyzing the social, economic, political and intellectual forces that have shaped contemporary values, problems and institutions. This course taken in conjunction with HISTORY 154 provides a complete survey of Western civilization.

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NORTH AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY

HISTRY 190

This course will examine human interaction with the natural environment in North America between roughly 1400 and the present. Special attention will be paid to the twentieth century. It will also explore the ways in which people have historically defined, used, and modified nature to suit their needs and interests.

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HISTORICAL METHODS

HISTRY 200

This course provides an introduction to the methods historians use to study the past. Through short assignments and quizzes, students will develop their skills in critically reading, analyzing, and researching historical topics. The emphasis is on basic research skills including information literacy and citations.

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CRITICAL ISSUES

HISTRY 255

This course examines new historical themes each semester with an expert in the field. In a small seminar setting, classes will focus on discussion of a variety of different kinds of historical sources and provide the opportunity for students to carry out their research project on the topic.

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REVOLUTION AND CONFEDERATION 1763-1789

HISTRY 301

A study of the revolutionary generation and of the political, economic and social developments of the new nation to 1789.

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ASIAN AMERICAN HISTORY, 1850-PRESENT

HISTRY 310

This course surveys Asian American history from 1850 to the present. It explores the changing experiences of Asian immigrants and Asian Americans within the larger context of immigration and race relations in American history, and it focuses on contemporary issues facing Asian Americans and how Asian Americans are changing the United States.

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WOMEN IN AMERICAN HISTORY I: 1600-1875

HISTRY 313

A study of women and gender in American history, 1600-1875. The course focuses on topics of work, family and political activism. Particular attention is given to the diverse and inter-related experiences of women of different race and ethnic groups.

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EMPIRES & INVASIONS IN THE PRE-MODERN MIDDLE EAST: 500-1500

HISTRY 336

Empires & Invasions in the Pre-Modern Middle East" examines the growth and development Middle Eastern civilization from the eve of Islam through the early modern period. It looks at how the peoples of the Middle East built and sustained one of the richest milti-ethnic empires in the pre-modern world.

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SHIPWRECKS & SEAFARING: INTRO TO MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY

HISTRY 368

This class will introduce the field of maritime archaeology, including its history, procedures, and the information we can learn from a sunken vessel and the artifact assemblages from a maritime site. In looking at examples from excavations throughout the world, we will discover more details about those storybook images of shipwrecks, pirates, and seafarers and understand how to better interpret what they have left for us to find. This is a "Community-Based Learning (CBL)" class, where we will partner with the Wisconsin Maritime Museum for a service-based activity.

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HISTORY OF TWENTIETH CENTURY EUROPE

HISTRY 377

A survey of the political, economic, social, and cultural history of Europe since about 1914.

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STUDIES IN EUROPEAN OR US HISTORY (VARIABLE TOPIC)

HISTRY 455

Intensive study of a focused theme or topic in either European or US history close to the research interests of the faculty member. The course includes a 12 to 15-page research paper that serves as one of the artifacts for the senior history portfolio course. This is a variable topics course.

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STUDIES IN AFRICA, ASIA, MIDDLE EAST OR LATIN AMERICA (VARIABLE)

HISTRY 465

Intensive study of a focused theme or topic in African, Asian, Middle Eastern, or Latin American history close to the research interests of the faculty member. The course includes a 12 to 15-page research paper that serves as one of the artifacts for the senior history portfolio course. This is a variable topics course.

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SENIOR PORTFOLIO

HISTRY 475

Students will submit a variety of artifacts from course work from their history majors courses to a portfolio to demonstrate their level of accomplishment in skills related to the discipline of history. In addition students will also prepare materials for further education or employment such as a resume and requesting letters of reference.

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PUBLIC HISTORY INTERNSHIP

HISTRY 493

Study and work with a historical agency under the direction of a faculty supervisor. May include a related research project. Students will have the opportunity to combine academic learning with practical experience in the operation of a historical agency. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in the history major.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

HISTRY 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable two times for a maximum of 2 credits in major/degree.