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FIAR 231 - Printmaking
3 Credits
Introduction and development of basic skills in drypoint etching, woodcut, silk screen printing and other traditional and experimental printmaking processes. Brief survey of printmaking from the 15th century to the present. Use of University collection of original prints. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory per week. Laboratory fee. (LAS) (HE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 239 - Landscape into Art
3 Credits
A study of the development, evolution, importance and interpretation of the landscape as motif as a prime subject for painting from the period of Egyptian tomb painting through 21st century environmental art pieces. The non-Western art of China, Japan, India, Africa, etc. are considered. A portion of the class is devoted to the study of landscape architecture and its application to environmental study and other topics. Five different approaches are investigated: landscape as descriptive element, as decorative background, as a structural aid to composition, as a central theme and as expression of mood. Issues related to climate change are also discussed. Field trips. (LAS) (HE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 240 - History of American Art
3 Credits
Provincial beginnings to world power. Confluence of social, political, and artistic thought in America through examination of paintings and sculpture from the 17th century to the present. Visits to museums and historical sites required. (LAS) (HE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 241 - History American Antiques: 1607-1875
3 Credits
A reliving of America’s past through a complete study of antiques: furniture, pottery, glass, silver, etc. Visits to antiques shows and museums required. (LAS) (AE) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 245 - Survey of Modern Art
3 Credits
Study of the development of the outstanding art movements in painting and sculpture from the late 19th century to the present. Focus on definition and meaning, influences and innovations, form and analysis of contemporary artistic expression. Visits to museums and galleries required. (LAS) (HE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 246 - Trends in American Art: 1950-2000 and Beyond
3 Credits
Introduction to historical and critical concepts needed to understand innovations of contemporary art in the United States. Focus on Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, Op Art, Minimal Art, Conceptual Art, Magic Realism and Happenings. Field trips. (LAS) (HE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 259 - Legacy of African American Art
3 Credits
A survey course that examines the African origins, cultural evolutions and social revolutions that helped to create vital visual art forms of unique quality, beauty and creativity. Painting, sculpture and other art forms are analyzed within the cultural, social, religious, economic, political and artistic context. The course examines art created by Joshua Johnston, Robert Duncanson, Edmonia Lewis, Henry Tanner, Meta Fuller, Jacob Lawrence, Faith Ringgold and others. Attention will be given to artists of the Harlem Renaissance and those who created the Black Power Murals. Field trips. (LAS) (AE) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 260 - City Limits: The Architectural History of Hartford
3 Credits
The City of Hartford as a first-hand resource for a review of the major trends in American architectural design. On-site walking tours supplement slide lecture discussions detailing the city’s growth from first Dutch fort to modern urban center. (LAS) (HE) (AE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 269 - Latin American Art
3 Credits
This course will present a broad, artistic, cultural and historical study of the continuous development of architecture, sculpture, painting and decorative arts of selected Latin American countries from 1,500 BCE to the present. An emphasis will be placed on the influence and impact of Olmec, Maya, Aztec, 16th century European contact art upon the modern art of the Mexican Muralists, Kahlo, Tamayo, Pacheco, Vazquez, Botero, Acuna and other artists from Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela. The interaction between politics, society and the arts will be investigated. The course will also examine and incorporate material about selected archaeological sites of Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Peru and Belize. (LAS) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 272 - History of Women Artists
3 Credits
Examination of the artistic contributions of women from the early Middle Ages to the present through slide lectures and discussions that provide specific examples and historical contexts. Contemporary feminist perspectives are also explored. (LAS) (HE) (WS) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts, MWGS)
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FIAR 299 - Vincent van Gogh: His Life and Work
3 Credits
An examination of the life and artistic contributions of the artist Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890). A careful examination of some of his 860 paintings, 1,000 drawings and 750 letters as a background for critical analysis, observation and response. A cultural context is established showing the growth and development of the traditional academic style evolving into an expressive abstract style. Discussion of the significant impact on art of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Museum visits. (LAS) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 336 - Renaissance Art History
3 Credits
Painting, sculpture and architecture of the Renaissance: masterworks from Proto-Renaissance through Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Durer and Holbein. Visits to museums and galleries. Occasionally offered as an Honors course open to all students with a minimum 3.25 GPA or with permission of the instructor. (LAS) (WR) (HE) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 341 - History of Greek Art
3 Credits
Analysis of the harmony between humanity and nature represented through architecture, painting, sculpture and the decorative arts from the Minoan to Hellenistic periods. Museum visits. Occasionally offered as an Honors course open to all students with a minimum 3.25 GPA or with permission of the instructor. (LAS) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 349 - French and American Impressionism
3 Credits
Study of the works of French and American impressionist and post-impressionist painters and their influence on 21st century painting. Visits to museums and galleries required. (LAS) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 351 - Art of Egypt: Ancient to Coptic
3 Credits
In-depth study of major Egyptian monuments from the Third Dynasty pyramids through the desert monasteries of the Coptic Christian Era. Analysis of major developments in sculpture and the decorative arts; the relevance of funerary beliefs; the importance of the physical setting and the Nile. Pre-dynastic sites and artifacts are examined. Focus on recent archaeological finds and scholarship. Visits to museum. Occasionally offered as an Honors course open to all students with a minimum 3.25 GPA or with permission of the instructor. (LAS) (HE) (WR) (Core:Fine Arts)
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FIAR 401 - Special Topics in Studio Art
2-3 Credits
A studio course designed to provide students with the opportunity to explore the possibilities of a variety of media. The particular expressive character of pastel, clay and other sculptural media, and video are among the many possible areas of concentration. One hour lecture, three hours laboratory for two credits; two hours lecture, four hours laboratory for three credits.
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FIAR 485 - Art Museum Internship
3-6 Credits
Develop a working knowledge of the resources of an art museum or historical society. This form of internship seeks to enhance the student’s awareness of the many and varied operations and responsibilities of a museum, including the roles of: archivist, research assistant, disabled visitor program, educational activities, etc. Nine to 12 hours a week of supervised work at a museum or historical society. Number of participants is limited.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair.
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FIAR 499 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
A cumulative experience for senior majors in Art History that integrates recent scholarship and research. Topical seminars, discussions and field trips. Various career opportunities are explored. Written thesis. Papers are presented in a colloquium. Second semester.
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FREN 100 - Beginning French I
3 Credits
Two-semester elementary sequence features film, audio CDs and short readings to help students quickly learn to listen, speak, read and write about French culture and discuss their own lives. FREN 100 recommended for students with little or no prior knowledge of French. FREN 101 recommended for students with one year of high school French or equivalent. Three hours per week. Courses may be taken individually or as a group. (LAS) (LG) (CORE:language)
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FREN 101 - Beginning French II
3 Credits
Second of two-semester elementary sequence to help students quickly learn to listen, speak, read and write about French culture and discuss their own lives. FREN 100 recommended for students with little or no prior knowledge of French. FREN 101 recommended for students with one year of high school French or equivalent. Three hours per week. Courses may be taken individually or as a group. (LAS) (LG) (CORE:language)
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FREN 200 - Intermediate Conversation and Culture I
3 Credits
A two-semester intermediate French course sequence. Review and extension of basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Introduction to French and Francophone culture through short stories, films, music and culture texts. Three hours per week, one to two semesters. (LAS) (LG)(CORE:language)
Prerequisite(s): Two-three years of high school French.
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FREN 201 - Intermediate Conversation and Culture II
3 Credits
A two-semester intermediate French course sequence. Review and extension of basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Introduction to French and Francophone culture through short stories, films, music and culture texts. Three hours per week, one to two semesters. (LAS) (LG) (CORE:language)
Prerequisite(s): Two-three years of high school French.
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HDFS 110 - Introduction to Gerontology
3 Credits
An interdisciplinary approach to the study of aging. Provides a basic understanding of the aging process and an overview of the major issues in gerontology. (LAS)
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HDFS 111 - Biology of Aging
1 Credits
Provides an introduction to biological aspects, including environmental, genetic, endocrinological, cellular and immunological changes in the aging body. Three hours per week, five weeks.
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HDFS 112 - Nutrition of Aging
1 Credits
Provides an overview of good nutritional habits, age-related nutritional problems, as well as preventive dietary practices. Three hours per week, five weeks.
Corequisite(s): HDFS 111 - Biology of Aging
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HDFS 113 - Health of Aging
1 Credits
Examines various issues regarding health and aging. Developmental theory, pathophysiology, normal age changes and society’s view of health and aging will be explored. Three hours per week, five weeks.
Corequisite(s): HDFS 112 - Nutrition of Aging
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HDFS 210 - Voices of Development Across the Life Course
3 Credits
Analysis and application of theory and research on growth and development across the lifespan through the use of narrative. Explores and critiques the current development research and literature, and focuses on community, family and individual strengths in meeting challenges of development across the lifespan. Two hours of fieldwork are required to conduct the field research paper. (LAS)
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HDFS 250 - Ways of Studying the Developing Child
3 Credits
An introduction to systematic methods of studying children. Techniques for gathering and recording observational information about children in a variety of contexts. The class will cover Issues concerning the interpretation of this data for the purposes of understanding children, professional decision-making and research. Three hour class, one hour field study per week, spring semester.
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HDFS 300 - Youth Services
3 Credits
An overview of developmental concepts, approaches and issues in youth services. Covers developmental concepts focusing on the strengths of youth, their families and communities. Highlights challenges faced by youth and methods to assess their problems and generate more effective programs. Includes field work assignment involving the study of a youth services program and a proposal for a youth services program to address contemporary issues.
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HDFS 310 - Youth Trauma and Neglect
3 Credits
Youth maltreatment exists in America at very high levels. Youth services professionals routinely encounter youth or families who confide or exhibit evidence of maltreatment. The primary objectives of this course are to survey what constitutes maltreatment, its complex causes and resources available to assist victimized youth and their families. (LAS)
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HDFS 315 - Seminar on Aging
3 Credits
Intensive reading and discussion of issues related to aging in America, including public policy regarding the aged, analysis of current programs and future directions in gerontology. (LAS)
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HDFS 350 - Children’s Expressive Behavior
3 Credits
The expressive behaviors of children from birth through school age. Focuses on understanding and facilitating children’s expressive behaviors with particular emphasis on the adult role in guiding children’s social and emotional development. Three hour class, one hour field study per week, fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): HDFS 250 - Ways of Studying the Developing Child
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HDFS 356 - Consumer and Family Resource Management
4 Credits
Individual and family consumer issues and management processes. Highlights family strategies that promote effective use of resources, contemporary problems and practical solutions. Includes an overview of all topics and requirements for the national Certified Family Life Educator exam. Students will prepare and present two Family Life Education workshops that are videotaped for student career portfolios. Field work is required.
Prerequisite(s): HDFS 370 - Resilience and Risk
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HDFS 360 - Family Relations
3 Credits
Contemporary parenting and family relationships from a developmental perspective, focusing on both research findings and professional applications. Students write an APA-style research paper and conduct a small action research group project. Fall semester. (LAS) (WR)
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HDFS 370 - Resilience and Risk
3 Credits
Family systems theory is used to examine resilience as a developmental force focusing on individual, family and community protective factors. Investigates concepts that promote developmental resilience among children, youth and families in contemporary society. In-depth study, integrated with fieldwork, is used to understand diverse developmental processes in social, cultural and historic context. Topics include persistent inequalities in times of social change, cumulative risk factors and the policy implications of current research. Students apply their knowledge of resilience research to evaluate the effectiveness of local community risk prevention programs. (LAS)
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HDFS 400 - Special Topics
3 Credits
Topics of special interest to Child and Family Studies majors offered at the discretion of department faculty. HDFS special topics courses fulfill approved related course requirements for Child and Family Study majors.
Prerequisite(s): HDFS 360 - Family Relations and HDFS 370 - Resilience and Risk
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HDFS 420 - Managing in a Non-Profit Organization
3 Credits
This course examines the diverse field of non-profit management with attention to historical contexts, interagency collaboration, governance and leadership. Course content emphasizes mission-driven cultures, strategic planning, human resource development, supportive supervision and basic financial management strategies. Students will practice non-profit management in individual and group projects and assignments that reference their internship experiences. Cross-listed with PUBH 420 - Managing in a Non-Profit Organization .
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HDFS 430 - Field Study
3-6 Credits
Supervised experience with children, families or the elderly. Eight placement hours per week required for three credits.
Prerequisite(s): HDFS 370 - Resilience and Risk and permission of instructor
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HDFS 450 - Cross-Cultural Studies of Children and Families
3 Credits
The interface of culture and development across a variety of diverse cultural groups. The course explores the interrelationships among the biological, ecological and social factors that affect children and their families, using contemporary cultural research and literature. Spring semester. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): HDFS 370 - Resilience and Risk
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HDFS 485 - Internship
3-6 Credits
A culminating experience for seniors, the internship provides an opportunity to relate prior learning about children and families to a community setting. Eight placement hours per week required for three credits. Spring semester.
Corequisite(s): HDFS 499 - Coordination Seminar: Children & Families In Contemporary Society
Other: Limited to senior Child Study and Family Studies majors.
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HDFS 495 - Advanced Independent Study
1-3 Credits
In-depth research project developed in consultation with HDFS faculty.
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HDFS 499 - Coordination Seminar: Children & Families In Contemporary Society
3 Credits
A culminating experience for seniors, integrates developmental knowledge with current issues in the lives of children and families today. Students complete action research projects based upon data collected at their internship sites. Students also visit the state legislature and complete small group advocacy projects addressing an issues of importance to children, youth and families at the state, federal or global level. Spring semester.
Other: Limited to Child and Family Studies majors.
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HDFS 503 - Adolescent Development
3 Credits
Analyzes theories and methods of research in the study of the adolescent with particular attention to cognitive, physical, social, emotional and moral development. Studies identity development, including gender roles, sexuality and the troubles and trials of adolescence. Includes influences of parents, peers and school on the developing pre-adolescent, early adolescent and adolescent. Requires data collection through observation and interviews of preteens and teens. Readings focus on applications to schools. Cross-listed with EDUC 503 - Adolescence .
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HDFS 508 - Research Methods in Human Development
3 Credits
Various research designs and approaches to data collection including qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Special emphasis on critical analysis of current research using the library and computer databases.
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HDFS 518 - Human Services Administration
3 Credits
Introduction to administrative theory and practice. Classic and contemporary theories and specific study of practice in motivation, labor relations, organization and communications as well as other areas. Classroom work is based on case studies and student experiences. Agency categories covered include public, non-profit and proprietary organizations.
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HDFS 525 - Evidence-Based Practices in Autism Spectrum Disorders
3 Credits
This course outlines considerations in using evidence-based practices with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Evidence-based practices are discussed in terms of their validation in empirical literature as well as applications in applied settings. The course will review interventions to address challenging behaviors, social skills, adaptive living and other domains. Emphasis on critical review of literature.
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HDFS 545 - Special Topics
3 Credits
Topics of special interest to lifespan human development in the context of families and communities, offered at the discretion of department faculty.
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HDFS 555 - Families and Development
3 Credits
An advanced course examining current developmental and family theories in contemporary contexts. Explores adaptive and maladaptive responses to developmental and family changes across the lifespan. Includes basic skills in relationship building, communication and developing family partnerships.
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HDFS 580 - Human Growth and Development
3 Credits
A study of human development from a lifespan perspective: birth through death. Emphasis on developmental tasks and a strengths-based approach to the promotion of resilience across the lifespan. Explores research and theory of psychosocial development.
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HDFS 585 - Integrating Seminar
3 Credits
A culminating experience designed to integrate theoretical and practical knowledge with current issues across each student’s plan of study. Individual or small group research project required. (Formerly HDGE 585.)
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HDGE 500 - Health Related Aspects of Aging
3 Credits
Explores health issues of late life, approaches to problems of aging, education and environmental factors that impact on the well-being of elders. Recent research developments are discussed.
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HDGE 501 - Systems and Networks Supporting Human Development
3 Credits
A study of social institutions, human service systems and networks supporting the development of our human resources. Analysis of strategies for effective integration of services for helping persons in intense situational problems.
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HDGE 502 - Psychology of Older Adults
3 Credits
An analysis of the environmental stresses that impact behavior in the middle and later years. Examines normal and pathological adjustments to widowhood, chronic disease, disability, retirement and loss.
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HDGE 503 - Social Issues and Aging
3 Credits
An investigation of current social policies specifically related to older adults, and a survey of existing programs to meet the needs of older adults. Includes philosophy of the service delivery systems as a reflection of the political process and contemporary social values, as well as application of the theory to practical situations.
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HDGE 510 - Practicum
3 Credits
A supervised fieldwork experience in aging for a minimum of 150 contact hours.
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HDGE 522 - Gerontological Studies
3 Credits
An overview of current research and literature of aging. Examines the most pressing issues and challenges presented by the growth of the aging population and provides practical skills and approaches essential for working in today’s gerontological community.
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HDGE 540 - Health and Community
3 Credits
Cultural and community influences on the health and illness of individuals, families, groups and communities. Discusses theory relevant to the concepts of culture, community, health, illness, family and healing. Through case studies, applies theory to selected Western and non-Western settings. Cross-listed with NURS 550 - Health and Community .
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HDGE 560 - Older Adult as Learner
3 Credits
Focus on the theory and research of adult education and older adults in learning situations. Addresses cognition, motivation and experience of learning older adults. Explores practical strategies for teaching individuals or developing programs for persons over 65.
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HDGE 562 - Sexuality and Aging
3 Credits
An exploration of theoretical perspectives and research addressing sexual issues of aging, homosexuality, AIDS and the elderly. Attention will be given to practice modalities and culturally diverse groups. Guidelines will also be presented for health care professionals.
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HDGE 590 - Special Topics
3 Credits
Topics of particular and current interest to the field of adulthood and aging.
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HDGE 593 - Gerontology Seminar
3 Credits
See Course listings in MyUSJ for seminar offerings.
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HDGE 595 - Independent Study/Research
4 Credits
Students select a topic or project to pursue through independent or small group work. Application forms for Independent Study/Research are available at the Registrar’s office.
Prerequisite(s): Approval by the project advisor, program director and dean of the school.
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HESC 201 - Medical Terminology
1 Credits
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HESC 265 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Health Professions
3 Credits
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HESC 365 - Survey of Chronic Diseases and Disabilities
3 Credits
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HESC 465 - Leadership
3 Credits
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HESC 499 - Coordination
3 Credits
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HINF 536 - Introduction to Health Informatics
3 Credits
Introduces students to the major concepts in Health Informatics, including the need for technology in health care. Students will explore the various technology platforms used in health care, health care data and information management and the laws and regulations regarding technology and data. This course helps students build an overall framework for subsequent coursework. Cross-listed with MGMT 536 - Introduction to Health Informatics .
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HINF 537 - Electronic Health Records
3 Credits
In this course students will learn the basics of Electronic Health Records and Health Information Exchange. Students will learn the purpose, design and function of these EHR systems along with the legal and regulatory guidelines. Emphasis will be placed on the organizational demands, health care user needs and the hands-on uses of EHR systems. Cross-listed with MGMT 537 - Electronic Health Records .
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HINF 538 - Health Database Design and Management
3 Credits
Using a relational database as the model, this course covers the value of data in modern world, knowledge representation and data modeling, database access and design, and SQL language. Specifically, students will experience the application of database concepts into health data and information. Cross-listed with MGMT 538 - Health Database Design and Management .
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HINF 539 - Health Data Mining
3 Credits
In this course students will be educated about data representation, data mining and knowledge discovery. Students are expected to understand the basic computational algorithms used in biomedical and text data mining and will be exposed to some data mining tools to develop hands-on health data mining experience. In addition, students will discuss the value and ethical issues of health data mining, and the impact and value of “big data” in the 21st century. Cross-listed with MGMT 539 - Health Data Mining .
Prerequisite(s): HINF 538 - Health Database Design and Management
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HIST 105 - World History I
3 Credits
An introduction to the historical experiences of the world’s major civilizations with attention to periodization, geography, the rise of empires and international religious and cultural systems until about 1500. (LAS) (GI) (Core:Global, History)
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HIST 106 - World History II
3 Credits
An introduction to the historical experiences of the world’s major civilizations with attention to periodization, geography, technological change, the rise of political ideologies and revolutions, the impact of Western imperialism and globalization from 1500 to the present. Cross-listed with INTS 106 - World History II . (LAS) (GI) (Core:Global, History)
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HIST 116 - Western Civilization II
3 Credits
Study of Western Civilization from the Renaissance to the present day with special focus on the dichotomies in the thought patterns of the Western World, such as science-technology vs. religion; reason vs. faith; freedom vs. authority. (LAS) (GI) (Core:Global, History)
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HIST 120 - The American Scene to 1865
3 Credits
A survey of the trends and documents in early American history, from the earliest foundings to the Civil War, with emphasis on political patterns and social groups at the grassroots level. (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 121 - The American Scene From 1865
3 Credits
An overview of trends and documents in American history, from Reconstruction to the present, with emphasis on political, economic and socio-cultural developments affecting the ordinary American. (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 200 - Special Topics in History
3 Credits
Examination of a topic or approach to history. (LAS) (Core:History)
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HIST 203 - History of the American Indian
3 Credits
Attention to the role of Native Americans in selected eras of United States history, governmental policy toward indigenous peoples, and the recent political and ethnic resurgence of Native Americans. Cross-listed with SOCL 203 - History of the American Indian . (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 204 - Political Themes in Popular American Music
3 Credits
Examines ways popular music has been used by musicians to offer political messages, galvanize public opinion and energize or even direct political movements. Focus on political themes in post-World War II American popular music, although some attention given to earlier songs by non-American artists. Cross-listed with POLS 204 - Political Themes in Popular American Music . (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 205 - American Civil Rights Movement
3 Credits
Introduces students to different civil rights movements in American history since Reconstruction, with emphasis on African Americans, women, Mexican Americans and others. Examination of current state of civil rights, and definitions of civil rights. Cross-listed with POLS 205 - American Civil Rights Movement . (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 206 - United States Constitution
3 Credits
An analysis of the founding principles of the U.S. Constitution and their ongoing relevance through focus on biography, comparative study and selected topics of contemporary social concern. Cross-listed with POLS 206 - United States Constitution . (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 217 - Sex, Freud and Morality: History and Culture of 1900 Vienna
3 Credits
An interdisciplinary course focusing on the theme of sex and the city in the cultural and historical setting of 1900 Vienna, Austria. Topics include the history of sex, sex and social classes, sex and race, sex and politics, the theme of sex in cultural productions, and the role of sex in Freudian psychology. Occasionally offered as an Honors course open to all students with a minimum 3.25 GPA or permission of the instructor. (LAS) (HE) (WS) (Core:MWGS, History)
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HIST 220 - Labor History in America
3 Credits
This course provides a historical overview of the American labor movement. Topics include: labor in colonial and revolutionary America, the first trade unions, Locofocoism and reform, the Knights of Labor, the Haymarket Affair, the AFL, the Wobblies, radicalism and reaction, the Great Depression, the New Deal, the CIO, the air traffic controllers strike and the modern erosion of the labor movement and of labor rights. Cross-listed with ECON 220 - Labor History in America and POLS 222 - Labor History in America . (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 221 - Colonial America to the Revolution
3 Credits
An examination of the major topics in colonial history, including the contact of cultures, early settlement and later political, social and religious change. (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 224 - Visions of Utopia and Terror
3 Credits
Examination of the themes of utopia and terror and their impact on European history and culture. Areas of study include apocalypse, Utopian Socialism, science fiction, Communism and Fascism, and the European environmental movement. Cross-listed with POLS 224 - Visions of Utopia and Terror . (LAS) (VE) (Core:Values/Ethics, History)
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HIST 225 - Gender and Sex in the Films of the 1950s
3 Credits
This class uses popular Hollywood films as examples of both the ideals and the cautions of the 1950s, and discusses them with a variety of secondary documents to explore key issues of gender, domesticity, race and sex during the Cold War. Students will assess “the way we never were” by viewing the films through a skeptical lens - was life really like this? - and grounding them in their actual historical contexts. (WS) (LAS) (AE) (Core:MWGS, History)
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HIST 227 - Latin America and the Caribbean
3 Credits
Cultural, political, social and economic developments in Latin America from colonial times to the present, with emphasis on the importance of inter-American relations. Analysis of the governmental and political processes in the area. Cross-listed with . (LAS) (AE) (GI) (Core:Global, History)
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HIST 228 - American Cities
3 Credits
An examination of U.S. urban history using primary sources. (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 235 - Holocaust and Film
3 Credits
Examines how one of the world’s most civilized countries and cultures could systematically execute 6 million Jews and millions of others in the 20th century. Explores how we understand and represent such a horrific event through film specifically and more broadly in general. (LAS) (HE) History)
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HIST 239 - Women in World History
3 Credits
Examination of the changing lives of women in world history, focusing mainly on non-Western regions of the world. Emphasis on the historical construction and evolution of gender roles and how they affected women in their economic, sexual, social and political lives. (LAS) (GI) (WS) (Core:MWGS, Global, History)
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HIST 244 - American Architecture: 17th to 19th Centuries
3 Credits
Architecture must serve both practical and aesthetic needs. The history of American architectural achievements records the confluence of human requirements and technical innovation. Through slides, lectures and discussions there will be a critical analysis of the architectural response to social, political and religious demands of changing times. Field trips. (LAS) (AE) (HE) (Core:History, Fine Arts)
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HIST 247 - Women in American History
3 Credits
An investigation of ideology and behavior of American women. Attention is given to individual lives, women’s work, cultural production, the significance of race, class and ethnic differences, and the development of organized women’s movements. (LAS) (WS) (AE) (Core:MWGS, History)
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HIST 250 - The World of Asia
3 Credits
Historical and cultural development of China, Japan, India or other Southeast Asian countries with a view toward understanding the impact of Asia upon modern times and events. (LAS) (GI) (Core:Global, History)
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HIST 253 - History of Islamic Peoples
3 Credits
History of Islamic peoples from the time of the Prophet Mohammed until the present, assessing historical and cultural developments of Islamic civilization and the challenges Islamic peoples have had with coming to terms with modernity in the 19th and 20th centuries. (LAS) (GI) (Core:Global, History)
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HIST 295 - Exploratory Independent Study
3 Credits
Students propose research on topics, guided by faculty.
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HIST 301 - Advanced Archives and Research Methods
3 Credits
Opportunities for further development of basic skills used in archives, museums, and special libraries through directed apprenticeships and classroom practice. (History)
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HIST 305 - African American History
3 Credits
Survey of the history of African Americans from the African background to the present. Emphasis on the Atlantic slave trade, American slavery, development of African American culture, abolition, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, the Harlem Renaissance, migration, African American involvement in World War II and the Civil Rights movement. (LAS) (AE) (Core:History)
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HIST 307 - United States Women and Social Movement
3 Credits
Examines the work of women as participants in social movements over the 19th and 20th centuries, including moral reform, abolitionism, feminism, suffrage, sexual freedom and civil rights. Cross-listed with SOCL 302 - United States Women and Social Movement . (LAS) (AE) (WS) (Core:MWGS, History)
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HIST 309 - Professional Paths and Practices: History Workshop
3 Credits
A rigorous survey of historical analysis and research methods as well as intriduction to multiple career paths and graduate studies open to all majors. (LAS) (WR) (Core:History)
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