A survey of the political, social, economic and
intellectual history of Western civilization from 1660 to the
present.
Political constitutional, economic, social and cultural development of the U.S. from the Colonial era to the Civil War.
Political, constitutional, economic, social and cultural development of the U.S. from the Reconstruction Era to the present.
The study of major events and trends in American history as interpreted by various schools of historical thought.
An analysis of the African past and present with respect to continuity and change as applied to political systems, economic systems, the family, religion and the arts. Also analyzed will be the slave trade, colonialism, nationalism, economic development and Africa and the world. Prerequisite: none.
Political, economic, social, diplomatic, and cultural survey of developments since World War I. Prerequisite: none.
The study of Japan from the 1850s to the present concentrating on: the development of language, religion and a central administration; modernization after 1853; its policy of imperialism; and its post-World War II economic growth and political evolution. (Same course offered as Political Science 245.) Prerequisite: none.
Historical background of modern China, impact of
the West, collapse of the Imperial Dynasty, the Republican era and
the Communist Revolution. The focus will be on political
institutions, and social, cultural and intellectual change. (Same
course offered as Political Science 255.) Prerequisite: none.
The study of African American life with emphasis on the African heritage, the emergence of African American culture, slavery, Civil War, Reconstruction, patterns of segregation, urbanization and 20th century cultural, political, social and economic patterns of protest and change. (Same course offered as Ethnic Studies 260). Prerequisite: none.
Old South, secession and reconstructing national unity to the collapse of Northern rule in the South. Prerequisite: 120 or permission of the instructor.
A study of the geographical, political, social and cultural importance of Ohio In its relationship to American life and culture from prehistoric days to the present. Prerequisite: Some American history background.
Study of the development and role of sports in American social history with emphasis on the cultural, religious and economic patterns in the growth of organized amateur and professional sports.
This course covers pre-colonial and colonial Jamaica, the process of achieving independence and current post independence issues. Taught by members of the faculty at the University of the West Indies.
Political social and cultural survey of Ancient Near East, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Prerequisite: none.
A survey of European civilization during the High Middle Ages. Topics include the struggle between church and state, the rise of feudal monarchies, the revival of commerce and the flowering of medieval culture.
Europe from 1300 to 1650. The culture of the Italian Renaissance, rise of Protestantism, Counter Reformation and the Religious Wars. Prerequisite: History 100 advisable.
A theoretical, comparative and historical study of the most significant revolutions of the Western world .
An analysis of the history, development and current patterns of American foreign policy and diplomacy with emphasis on America's emergence as a world power, linkages between domestic and foreign policy, the decision-making process and the challenges of global interdependence. (Same course offered as Political Science 335.) Prerequisite: none.
The history, culture, geography, economic relations and political systems of Latin America; the role of the Catholic Church, the military, multinational corporations, guerrilla groups and the United States within the context of Latin American politics. It will cover issues such as revolution, economic development, population growth, drug trade and the debt crisis. (Same course offered as Political Science 340.) Prerequisite: none.
The religious, political, economic, imperial and intellectual development of the English people through the constitutional struggles of the 17th century. Recommended for pre-law students. Prerequisite: none.
Examines the history, causes, effects and ethical issues involved with the genocide against European Jews and Gypsies from 1933-45. Studies Christian anti semitism as it contributed to the Holocaust, and compares these events to other holocausts: the Armenian genocide, killing fields of Cambodia, slavery, genocide in Rwanda, Native Americans after the European conquest, and ethnic cleansing in Bosnia. (Same course offered as Political Science 355.)
A history of the Native Americans with a focus on U.S.-lndian relations; social, cultural and religious history; and contemporary patterns in political, social and economic life. (Same course offered as Ethnic Studies 360.) Prerequisite: none.
Political, social and cultural development of Russia from Peter the Great to the present. Prerequisite: History 100 or lOl.
A survey of legal and constitutional history from 1763 to 1865 with emphasis on how political, economic, social and ideological change affected the structure and function of American law. Prerequisite: History 120. (Same course offered as Political Science 390.)
A survey of modern legal and constitutional history with emphasis on how political, economic, social and ideological change affected, the structure and function of American law. Prerequisite: History 121. (Same course offered as Political Science 391.)
A study oi the major develop- ments in the political, economic, social and cultural life of the United States since World War II. Prerequisite: History 121.
Extensive reading, research and writing in a particular field of history. Required of all history majors in either the junior or senior year. Prerequisite: All the basic courses for the major.
Qualified students may apply to work with the Ohio Historical Society, Bexley Historical Society, The Washington, D.C. Center for Learning Alternatives, or other historic preservation organizations as available. Also available to students is the Study-in-Jamaica Program.