Courses

    Encourages a historical and critical investigation into the formative influences on what is often called Western culture, including religious, political, social and economic factors, and contemporary interpretations and critiques of these developments and concepts. Designed as the foundation course for the Center for Western Civilization. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: ideals and values.

    Examines major themes in the history of Russia and East-Central Europe since the early modern era, introduces the literature and arts of the region, and presents current political, social, and economic issues. Same as HIST 2002. Approved for GT-SS3. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: historical context.

    Offers in-depth consideration of one or more foundational traditions in Western civilization. Focus changes from semester to semester, but possible topics include the Hebrew Bible, classical Greece, Islam, early Christianity, Persia, and North Africa. Designed as a senior seminar for the certificate in Western Civilization. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).