Courses

(HIST 2311) Western Civilization to 1660. Ancient civilizations, Greek, Roman and Asian; Christianity; medieval civilization in west, eastern Europe; political, social and intellectual developments from earliest human cultures to 1660.

A general survey of western civilization from earliest times to the end of the 17th century. (WI).

Covers the development of the Western world from the Thirty Years' War to the post-World War II era: the age of absolutism, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, industrialization and the wars of the 20th century. Usually offered in the summer session. History, PW: Global Engagement

A history of Western civilization from its origins in Greece and Rome through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Reformation, and the age of discovery and expansion during the emergence of modern Europe. Usually offered in the summer session. History, PW: Global Engagement

Political institutions and ideas of major European countries. Prospects for political integration.

A seminar based on selected topics in the history of Western Europe from 1815 to the present. May be repeated with a different emphasis.

Students compare contemporary politics and governments in Western Europe. but usually includes other important and interesting countries, such as Belgium, course also covers the European Union - its policies, institutions, and expansion.

Assessment for this course includes one or more listening exams; students must pass the listening component in order to pass the course.

Assessment for this course includes one or more listening exams; students must pass the listening component in order to pass the course.

Assessment for this course includes one or more listening exams; students must pass the listening component in order to pass the course.