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Department of History and Government
 
 
Chair: Jim R. Alexander, Ph.D., Professor
 
 
Location: CFO 605
Telephone: (940) 898-2133
Telefax: (940) 898-2130
www.twu.edu/as/histgov/

Faculty: Professors J. Alexander, V. Belfiglio,S. Buckley, D. DeMoss,
T. Hoye, H. Landry, B. Presnall, I. Scobie; Associate Professors, L. Hodges, J. Lawhon, P. Travis; Associate Visiting Professors R. Fichtner, J. Robb; Lecturer II: P. Devereaux; Lecturers I: M. Campbell, A. Johnson, C. Wright

The Department of History and Government offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Arts degrees with majors in either history or government; and the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in criminal justice. The criminal justice major is offered jointly by the Department of History and Government and the Department of Sociology and Social Work. Special emphases in politics, legal studies, and public service are available. The department also offers a minor in history, government, or criminal justice as well as programs leading to teacher certification at various levels. The department provides pre-law advising for students (see pre-law).

For information concerning the Master of Arts degree, see the Graduate Catalog.

For detailed information about any programs in the department, write or e-mail the Chair, Department of History and Government, Texas Woman’s University, Box 425889, Denton, Texas 76204-5889. Also, please visit the Department’s home page.

Admission Requirements

Please see Admission section of this catalog. The same standards for admission to the University apply to the Department of History and Government.

Undergraduate Degrees

B.A. and B.S. in Government

B.A. and B.S. in History

B.A. and B.S. in Criminal Justice, an interdisciplinary program with the Department of Sociology and Social Work

No grade lower than C can be counted toward completion of any major or minor in this department.
 

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree with a History or Government Major
 
General Description

The Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science degrees in history or government offer a sound basis for proceeding to graduate programs in these fields, to law school admission, or to careers in public service. In addition, these degrees provide a background for professional preparation in the following fields: library science; teaching at middle school, secondary school, or college level; work with archives, historical associations, museums or national parks; journalism; criminal justice administration; legal assistance; foreign service, non profit, administrative, federal and state civil service.

All history and government majors must meet the general requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science as set forth earlier in this catalog.

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Compositions........................................................................................................ 6

Mathematics (college-level algebra equivalent or above)..................................................3

Natural Sciences (with lab)....................................................................................... 6

Visual or Performing Arts........................................................................................ 3

Literature, Philosophy, Modern or Classical Language (literature and cultural studies).......... 3

U.S. History (HIST 1013, 1023)................................................................................ 6

U.S. National and Texas Government (GOV 2013, 2023)................................................ 6

Social/Behavioral Science.......................................................................................... 3

Women’s Studies..................................................................................................... 3

Multicultural Studies................................................................................................ 3

Additional Required Courses for B.S. Degree in History or Government

Foreign Language (a total of 6 hrs., all the same language) 6 hrs.

Additional Required Courses for B.A. Degree in History or Government

Foreign Language (a total of 12 hrs., all the same language) 12 hrs.

History Courses Required for a History Major(B.A. or B.S.) - thirty hours beyond 1013, 1023:

HIST 2013. Survey of World Civilization to 1715

HIST 2023. Survey of World Civilization Since 1715

Twenty-four elective advanced hours in history selected from any history courses listed in this catalog, of which 9 hours must be non-U.S.

Government Courses Required For a Government Major (B.A. or B.S.):

(The student may choose from three separate emphases. Each requires thirty hours of government.)

GOVERNMENT MAJOR (Emphasis in Politics)*

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

GOV 4833. Introduction to Political Science

GOV 3303. The American Legislative Process

GOV 4613. Comparative Government: Western Europe or GOV 4633. Comparative Government: Africa and Asia

Plus three hours in advanced American Government from among:

GOV 3053. The American Presidency

GOV 3063. Women in Politics

GOV 4113. Public Administration

Plus three hours in Political Thought from among:

GOV 3723. Modern Political Thought

GOV 3733. American Political Thought

Plus three hours in International Relations from among:

GOV 4523. American Foreign Policy

GOV 4533. International Relations

GOV 4553. Modern Nationalism

Plus nine more hours in government.

GOVERNMENT MAJOR (Emphasis in Legal Studies)*

GOV 3153. Legal Environment

GOV 3123. Legal Research

GOV 3133. Legal Research II

GOV 3253. Criminal Evidence and Procedure

GOV 4083. Constitutional Law: Individual Rights

GOV 4203. Civil Trial Practice and Litigation

Plus three hours of government from among:

GOV 2213. Introduction to Criminal Justice

GOV 2223. Criminal Investigation

GOV 3063. Women in Politics

GOV 3213. Business & Legal Ethics

GOV 3233. Police Policies and Practices

GOV 3243. Criminal Law

GOV 3413. Estate Planning

GOV 4133. Women in Leadership

GOV 4013. Alternative Dispute Resolution

GOV 4433. Family Law

GOV 4453. Real Estate Law

Plus three hours of government from among:

GOV 3053. The American Presidency

GOV 3303. The American Legislative Process

GOV 3513. Japanese Culture and Politics

GOV 3723. Modern Political Thought

GOV 3733. American Political Thought

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

GOV 4523. American Foreign Policy

GOV 4533. International Relations

GOV 4553. Modern Nationalism

GOV 4603. Legal Assistant Internship

GOV 4606. Legal Assistant Internship

GOV 4613. Comparative Government: Western Europe

GOV 4633. Comparative Government: Africa and Asia

GOV 4813. Seminar in Public Policy

GOV 4833. Introduction to Political Science

Plus any six hours of government
 

GOVERNMENT MAJOR (Emphasis in Public Service)*

Required:

GOV 4703. Constitution Law: Gov. Stucture

GOV 4113. Public Administration

GOV 3303. The American Legislative Process

GOV 3333. Urban Government

GOV 4813. Seminar in Public Policy

GOV 4833. Introduction to Political Science: Research Methods

Plus three hours in advanced American Government

GOV 3063. Women in Politics

GOV 3053. The American Presidency

GOV 4133. Women in Leadership

Plus three hours in Political Thought

GOV 3723. Modern Political Thought

GOV 3733. American Political Thought

Plus three hours in International Politics

GOV 4523. American Foreign Policy

GOV 4533. International Relations

GOV 4553. Modern Nationalism

Plus six hours in government

Recommended:

SOC 3163. Social Statistics

Economics 1013 & 1023

BUS 4183. Government and Not For Profit Accounting

Internship Experience

All majors and minors in the Department are encouraged to add an internship to their classroom curricula. Internships allow students to expand and apply traditional learning through real life experiences in the local, national, and international workplace. They also provide an opportunity for students to network with professionals in the field, and clarify choices when making career decisions.
 

Teacher Certification

The Department of History and Government offers a variety of programs resulting in state teacher certification at either the elementary or secondary level. Each of the options listed for certification must be completed in compliance with requirements set by the Texas Education Agency and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

All students desiring teacher certification must comply with all certification requirements as outlined by the College of Education and Human Ecology in the appropriate sections of this catalog.

Elementary Certification in History

Option II (18 hours advanced History)

This option must be completed in conjunction with the Academic Foundations sequence and the Professional Development sequence for elementary certification including Student Teaching.

Elementary Certification in Social Science

Option III (24 hours)

HIST 6 hours advanced

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

Three hours of advanced Government

ECO 1013 or ECO 1023.

Three hours of advanced Economics

SOCI 3283. Principles of Geography and

SOCI 3273. Physical Geography

This option must be completed in conjunction with the Academic Foundations sequence and the Professional Development sequence for elementary certification including Student Teaching.

Secondary Certification in History

Option I (36 hours)

HIST 2013. Survey of World Civilization to 1715

HIST 2023. Survey of World Civilization Since 1715

HIST 3713. The History of Texas

27 additional advanced hours of history as follows:

15 hours from the following:

HIST 3103. Colonial America

HIST 3023. American Frontier

HIST 3213. History of Law and Justice

HIST 4073. Twentieth Century America to 1939

HIST 4083. Twentieth Century America Since 1939

HIST 4863. The Female Experience in American History or other approved advanced U.S. History

12 hours from the following:

HIST 3433. History of England to 1714

HIST 3443. History of England since 1714

HIST 3753. History of Mexico

HIST 3763. History of Latin America

HIST 4513. Europe Since 1914

HIST 4543. History of Russia

HIST 4553. History of France

HIST 4613. American Experience in Asia

HIST 4663. European Cultural Heritage

HIST 4893. Medieval Europe or other approved advanced non-U.S. History

Option II (24 hours)

HIST 2013. Survey of World Civilization to 1715

HIST 2023. Survey of World Civilization Since 1715

HIST 3713. The History of Texas

15 additional hours of history as follows:

9 hours from the following:

HIST 3023. American Frontier

HIST 3103. Colonial America

HIST 3213. History of Law and Justice

HIST 4073. Twentieth Century America to 1939

HIST 4083. Twentieth Century America Since 1939

HIST 4863. The Female Experience in American History or other approved U.S. History

3 hours from the following:

HIST 3433. History of England to 1714

HIST 3443. History of England since 1714

HIST 3753. History of Mexico

HIST 3763. History of Latin America

HIST 4513. Europe Since 1914

HIST 4543. History of Russia

HIST 4553. History of France

HIST 4613. American Experience in Asia

HIST 4663. European Cultural Heritage

HIST 4893. Medieval Europe or other approved non-U.S. History

Each opton msut be completed in conjunction with the Academic Foundation sequence and Professional Development sequence for Secondary Education. In the CCPDC II, the methods course in History/Government is required.

Secondary Certification in Government

Option I (36 hours)

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

GOV 4833. Introduction to Political Science

12 hours from among the following:

GOV 3053. The American Presidency

GOV 3063. Women in Politics

GOV 3303. The American Legislative Process

GOV 3333. Urban Government

GOV 3733. American Political Thought

GOV 4433. Family Law or other approved advanced U.S. Government

9 hours from among the following:

GOV 3513. Japanese Culture and Politics

GOV 4553. Modern nationalism

GOV 4613. Comparative Government: Western Europe

GOV 4633. Comparative Government: Africa and Asia or other approved advanced non-U.S. Government

6 hours from among the following:

GOV 4083. Constitutional Law: Individual Rights

GOV 4133. Women in Leadership

GOV 4523. American Foreign Policy

GOV 4533. International Relations

GOV 4813. Seminar in Public Policy

6 additional hours of advanced government.

Option II (24 hours)

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

GOV 4833. Introduction to Political Science

6 hours from among the following:

GOV 3053. The American Presidency

GOV 3063. Women in Politics

GOV 3303. The American Legislative Process

GOV 3333. Urban Government

GOV 3733. American Political Thought

GOV 4433. Family Law or other approved advanced U.S. Government

3 hours from among the following:

GOV 3513. Japanese Culture and Politics

GOV 4553. Modern Nationalism

GOV 4613. Comparative Government: Western Europe

GOV 4633. Comparative Government: Africa and Asia or other approved advanced non-U.S. Government

3 hours from among the following:

GOV 4083. Constitutional Law: Individual Rights

GOV 4133. Women in Leadership

GOV 4523. American Foreign Policy

GOV 4533. International Relations

GOV 4813. Seminar in Public Policy

6 additional hours of advanced government.

Each option must be completed in conjuction with the Academic Foundation sequence and Professional Development sequence for Secondary Education. In the CCPDC II, the methods course in History/Government is required.

Secondary Certification in Composite Social Studies

The Option IV Composite Social Studies Certificate consists of 48 hours of coursework distributed among a 24-hour Teaching Field, chosen from among History, Government, or Economics as specified, and an additional 24 hours of coursework distributed among the three remaining areas as outlined below.

History (See History - Option II)

Government (See Government - Option II)

Economics

ECO 1013. Principles of Microeconomics

ECO 1023. Principles of Macroeconomics

ECO 3063. Money and Banking

15 hours advanced economics

Other Than Teaching Field

6 hours in geography and 9 hours each from the two areas other than the teaching field as specified below:

History

9 hours advanced history with one course in non-U.S. History

Government

9 hours of advanced government with at least one course in

comparative politics or international relations.

Economics

ECO 1013. Principles of Microeconomics

ECO 1023. Principles of Macroeconomics

3 hours of advanced economics

Geography

SOCI 3283. Priniciples of Geography

SOCI 3273. World Regional Geography
 

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice
 
General Description

Texas Woman’s University offers both a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in criminal justice. The degree program provides students interested in the various aspects of criminal justice with a broad general education with emphasis on the social sciences. Students become acquainted with the legal aspects, agencies, procedures, and operations of the criminal justice system including law enforcement, the judicial system, corrections, and social services.

The major in criminal justice recognizes the interdisciplinary nature of this professional field and draws upon the strengths of the Department of History and Government and the Department of Sociology and Social Work. Course offerings include crime in America, criminal law, criminal evidence and procedure, sociology of deviance, family law, constitutional law, correctional systems and practices, and correctional counseling. Opportunities for practical work experience are provided through internships and the University’s Cooperative Education program.

Completion of a B.S. or B.A. degree with a major in criminal justice requires that the student meet all the University’s general requirements for the appropriate degree. The major in criminal justice consists of 40 semester hours as outlined below. A minor is optional and if elected, students are encouraged to consider such minors as accounting, business administration, computer science, economics, government, management, psychology, sociology, and social work. Elective credits are available to allow the student to pursue individual interests as well as further strengthen career preparation.

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Composition.................................................................................................... 6

Mathematics (college-level algebra equivalent or above)............................................ 3

Natural Sciences (with lab).................................................................................. 6

Visual or Performing Arts................................................................................... 3

Literature, Philosophy, Modern or Classical Language (literature and cultural studies)..... 3

U.S. History (HIST 1013, 1023)........................................................................... 6

U.S. National and Texas Government (GOV 2013, 2023)........................................... 6

Social/Behavioral Science..................................................................................... 3

Women’s Studies................................................................................................ 3

Multicultural Studies........................................................................................... 3
 

Additional Required Courses for BA Degree in Criminal Justice

3 hours Computer Science

6 hours Foreign Language (in same language as first 6 hours)

3 hours Visual/Performing Arts or History

Additional Required Courses for BS Degree in Criminal Justice

3 hours Computer Science

Courses Required for Criminal Justice Major

SOCI 1013. Introduction to Sociology

SOCI 2133. Crime in America

SOCI 3003. Theories of Crime and Deviance

SOCI 3051. Social Data Analysis

SOCI 3053. Social Research

SOCI 3093. Racial and Ethnic Groupd in the United States

SOCI 4313. Correctional Counseling or SOCI 4303. Correctional  Systems and Practices

GOV 2213. Introduction to Criminal Justice

GOV 3243. Criminal Law or GOV 3253. Criminal Evidence and Procedure

GOV 4083. Constitutional Law: Individual Rights

GOV 4433. Family Law

Plus 6 hours from:

GOV 2223. Criminal Investigation

GOV 3113. Law and the Judicial System

GOV 3233. Police Policies and Practices

GOV 3333. Urban Government

GOV 3243. Criminal Law2

GOV 3253. Criminal Evidence and Procedure2

GOV 3723. Modern Political Thought

GOV 3733. American Political Thought

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

GOV 4113. Public Administration

GOV 4143. Drug Law and Policy

Plus 3 hours from:

SOCI 3043. Sociology of Deviance

SOCI 3113. Juvenile Delinquency

SOCI 4203. Family Violence and Sexual Assault

SOCI 4303. Correctional Systems and Practices1 or

SOCI 4213. Correctional Counseling1

Minor in History or Government

The department also offers a minor either in history or in government. A minor in history requires 18 semester hours of history (at least six hours advanced). A minor in government requires 18 semester hours of government (at least six hours advanced). At least half of the advanced hours in a minor must be taken at TWU.

Minor in Criminal Justice

A minor in Criminal Justice consists of 18 hours as follows:

GOVT 2213. Introduction to Criminal Justice

SOCI 2133. Crime in America

Plus 6 hours from among:

SOCI 3003. Theories of Crime and Deviance

SOCI 3043. Sociology of Deviance

SOCI 3093. Minorities in the United States

SOCI 3113. Juvenile Delinquency

SOCI 4203. Family Violence and Sexual Assault

SOCI 4303. Correctional Systems and Practice

SOCI 4313. Correctional Counseling

And 6 hours from among:

GOV 3233. Police Policies and Practices

GOV 3243. Criminal Law

GOV 3253. Criminal Evidence and Procedure

GOV 3333. Urban Government

GOV 4073. Constitutional Law: Governmental Structure

GOV 4083. Constitutional Law: Individual Rights

GOV 4113. Public Administration

GOV 4143. Drug Law and Policy

GOV 4433. Family Law

Ethnic Studies Minor

In cooperation with the Departments of Reading and Bilingual Education, Educational Leadership, English, Speech and Foreign Languages, Performing Arts, and Sociology and Social Work, the Department of History and Government offers a minor in Ethnic Studies. See the Academic Information section of this catalog for the listing of courses.

Elementary Certification with a Specialization in History

Elementary certification with a specialization in history requires 18 hours of advanced history, (1013, 1023 is not advanced). American History; HIST 2013 or HIST 2023, World Civilization; and nine hours from advanced offerings in Latin-American, American or English history.

Pre-Law

There is no prescribed pre-law curriculum, program, or major. According to the Statement on Prelegal Education of the Association of American Law Schools, the best undergraduate preparation is that which involves education for comprehension and expression in words, understanding of human institutions and values, and the ability to think clearly and carefully with an awareness of the importance of facts and a capacity for deductive and inductive reasoning and critical analysis.

Law School Admissions Services Bulletins and packets, including information concerning admissions and sample questions from Law School Tests, may be obtained from the Pre-Law Advisor in the Department of History or Government.

Although there is no prescribed pre-law curriculum, the Department recommends a degree in Government, Criminal Justice, or History, each of which provides a valuable Liberal Arts background for the study of law.

The Government Major (emphasis in Legal Studies) provides a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing law school or other law-related graduate programs, as well as those who wish to move directly into the paralegal field. Legal Studies students will take courses that develop their abilities to think critically, write and speak effectively, and solve problems. They will also have a broad choice of electives dealing with the law-making process, public policy, and the historical context of our legal system. Of special value are opportunities to intern with law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. The major in Government (Legal Studies) consists of 30 semester hours as outlined above. Texas Woman’s University also offers regular core Legal Studies advisor or consult the History and Government home page (http://www.twu.edu/as/histgov/) for further information.

Certifications Offered

The Department of History and Government offers programs leading to teacher certification. They are described in earlier pages in this section of this catalog.
 

History Undergraduate Courses

HIST 1013. History of the United States, 1492-1865. (HIST 1301) Political, economic, social, and cultural development through the Civil War. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 1023. History of the United States, 1865 to the Present. (HIST 1302) Political, economic, social, and cultural development since the Civil War; emphasis on foreign affairs. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 2013. Survey of World Civilization to 1715. A survey of ancient and medieval culture and history and the beginning of the modern era. Topics include the broad spectrum of human activity, the politics, wars, industry, economics, culture, intellectual thought, science, artistic creations, and the interrelationships both with other cultures and with a world environment. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 2023. Survey of World Civilization Since 1715.A survey of modern culture and history as related to recent developments. Topics include the broad advances in human society, government, science, literature, philosophy, war and peace, industry, culture, intellectual thought, artistic creations, and the growth of first national and then world economic factors. Emphasis the myriad of interactions within world civilizations. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 2093. (See Gov 2093 and WS 2093) Women as Citizens: Women and Community Activism. Interdisciplinary analysis of women's roles in community building from the colonial period to the present and an examination of current grassroots activism in the United States and worldwide. Emphasis on women leaders, interest groups, and movements impacting the political process. Required community service internship. PREREQUISITES: ENG 1013 and 1023; HIST 1013 and 1023 and either GOV 2013 or 2023. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3023. American Frontier. Survey of westward expansion between European colonization and 1900. Review of recognizable groups such as trappers, miners, Amerindians and of famous and infamous individuals. Evolution of attitudes about the frontier and its influence on the national character. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3103. Colonial America. In-depth study of the period of national development between European colonization and 1790. Emphasis is upon the cultural, religious, economic and political aspects of the period and upon persons and groups associated with change and continuity in colonial America. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3213. History of Law and Justice. Historical examination of the origins of law and justice in western civilization beginning with the ancient cultures of Greece and Rome, medieval Europe, and the development of English common law with its particular attention to the influence of the English system of justice upon modern America. Prerequisite: Three hours of history or permission of instructor. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3433. History of England to 1714. The growth of England, along with Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, to 1714, her culture, parliamentary institutions, economy, the beginning of her empire, the major leaders and events, the creation of a civilization typically English, and the passage of her legacy to her empire in America, Africa, and the Pacific Asian circle. Prerequisites: Six hours of history. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3443. History of England since 1714. The development of English culture; the growth of democracy; her art and architecture, theatre, and intellectual strength; the development of the British Empire and its role in world affairs since 1714; her influence in the independence movements in Africa, Asia, and the South Pacific; and her major leaders, such as Winston Churchill, and their roles in the English speaking world with its cultural heritage. Prerequisite: Six hours of history. Three lecture hours a week.

HIST 3713. The History of Texas. Spanish beginnings; Mexican years; revolution and the republic: statehood, Civil War, and Reconstruction; reform years; depression and war; economic, political, and social developments today. Prerequisite: Three hours of history. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3753. History of Mexico. Pre-Columbian Mexico; the Spanish Conquerors; evolution of colonial society; the movement for independence; 19th century efforts at modernization; the revolution: the military phase, 1910-1920; the revolution; contemporary Mexican-U.S. relations. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 3763. History of Latin America. From colonial times to the present; the origins of a multiracial society; the institutions of empire; independence; national consolidation; problems of modernization and the movements for social revolution. Special emphasis on Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. Prerequisite: Six hours of history or consent of instructor. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 4001. Creating Canada: The Canadian Frontier Experience. A brief survey of the formation of Canadian culture, economics, and politics from European contact through the 19th century. Emphasis is on the relationship between early French, British, and Amerindian persons and the influence of the frontier in shaping Canadian character. One lecture hour a week. Credit: One hour.

HIST 4011. Creating Australia: The Australian Frontier Experience. A brief survey of the formation of Australian culture, economics, and politics from European contact through World War I. Emphasis is upon the relationship between early free and convict British settlers and the aborigines and the influence of the frontier in shaping Australian character. One lecture hour a week. Credit: One hour.

HIST 4021. The Commonwealth Today: Issues Facing Individual Nations Within the Former British Empire. A brief overview of major internal conflicts facing various nations of the former British Empire. Significant issues, such as South African Apartheid, Indian religious conflicts, and Hong Kong reversion to Chinese authority, will be discussed and evaluated. The impact of the British imperial experience upon each of these areas will be considered.. One lecture hour a week. Credit: One hour.

HIST 4023. Modern Historical Research. Introduction to appreciating history and its relevance to contemporary issues through the methods of historical research. Focus on selecting a good topic, developing an hypothesis, creating a balanced bibliography, interpreting sources, understanding historiography, and evaluating the evidence in a final paper. Prerequisites: HIST 1013 and 1023 and ENG 1013 and 1023. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 4073. Twentieth Century America to 1939. Political, social, economic, and cultural developments in the United States during the age of progressive reform, World War I, the 1920s, and the Great Depression. Prerequisite: Three hours of history. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 4083. Twentieth Century America Since 1939. American history since 1939. World War II, the Cold War, and subsequent involvement in world affairs, domestic problems, and cultural changes. Prerequisite: Three hours of history. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.

HIST 4513. Europe Since 1914. The beginnin