Upcoming Courses in History and Political Science

Summer 2008
Fall 2008
Spring 2009
Summer 2009

Summer 2008

Global Studies 3330 Field Experiences Study Abroad

Participation in and study of events, locations, institutions, which have contributed significantly to the culture of the country in which the student is studying. Taken in conjunction with the Asia Travel Progam.

Global Studies 3410 Global Citizenship IS Course

An introduction to the idea of global citizenship as it relates to world systems, cultures, the arts, religions, moral systems, economies, and political structures. The course is team-taught by faculty members in various disciplines. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course. Taken in conjunction with the Asia Travel Progam.

History 2010 Development of Civilization to 1648

A survey of the origins of world civilizations in antiquity and their development to the early modern period. Required of History and Political Science majors. This section will focus on the reading and analysis of classic texts and primary documents.

History 2060 American Civilization II

A survey of United States History since Reconstruction. Fulfills a Secondary Core Requirement. Required of History and Political Science Majors.

History 3990 Special Topics: Film in History

History 3990 Special Topics: History of Terrorism

An intense examination of the history of terrorism and the use of terror from its earliest known examples through the "War on Terrorism." Particular attention will be paid to the modern uses of terrorism in an international context since World War II.

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Fall 2008

Criminal Justice 3990 Special Topics: Drugs and Society

Chinese 1010 Chinese Language I

Fundamentals of pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and reading of texts of graded difficulty. Three hours lecture, one hour lab per week.

Global Studies 2110 Chinese Culture and Literature

An introduction to the great literary works of China including Buddhist and Taoist religious texts and general Chinese literature and culture.

Global Studies 3410 Global Citizenship IS Course

An introduction to the idea of global citizenship as it relates to world systems, cultures, the arts, religions, moral systems, economies, and political structures. The course is team-taught by faculty members in various disciplines. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course.

Global Studies 4001, 4002 Senior Seminar

Student and faculty presentations of selected topics in seminar format. Open to International Studies majors in their senior year.

History 1020 Modern Civilization Since 1648

An examination of the origins of modern civilization and a survey of the development of the modern world since 1648.

History 2001, 3001, 4001 History and Political Science Seminar

Student and faculty presentations of selected topics in a seminar forum. Open to sophomore potential History and Political Science majors as an elective course.

History 2010 Development of Civilization to 1648

A survey of the origins of world civilizations in antiquity and their development to the early modern period. Required of History and Political Science majors.

History 2050 American Civilization I

A survey of American History from peopling of the continent through Reconstruction. Required of History and Political Science majors.

History 2060 American Civilization II

A survey of United States History since Reconstruction. Fulfills a Secondary Core Requirement. Required of History and Political Science Majors.

History 2310 Introduction to Historical Methods

An introduction to the skills of the historian focusing on critical analysis, research, interpretation, and writing techniques needed to perform well in advanced courses in history and political science. Required of History and Political Science majors — should be taken in your sophomore year.

History 3030 Medieval Europe IS Course

A survey of the development of the first European civilization through history and philosophy from the collapse of the Roman Empire to the end of the Middle Ages. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course.

History 3080 Modern Germany

A study of Germany from the age of Bismarck (1860) and the Kaiser Reich through the Nazi regime, Cold War division and reunification to today.

History 3140 Georgia History and Literature IS Course

An examination of Georgia history and literature from prehistory to the present. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course.

History 3210 Diversity in America

A study of the diversity of American culture, emphasizing minority contribution with special attention to Native Americans and African Americans.

History 3400 East Asian Civilization IS Course

A study of the history, religions, literature and culture of civilizations in China, Japan, and Korea. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course.

History 4050 Internship

History 4740 Senior Thesis

See the senior thesis advisor. Minimum acceptable grade: C.

History 4750 Senior Exit Exam

Required of all History and Political Science majors.

Political Science 2110 (2100) American Government

A survey of the colonial background, the growth of the federal constitution, and the modern day organization and function of the national government.

Political Science 2510 Geography and World Politics

The linkages among geographical factors, political processes, and economic systems. The basic assumption is that the relationship between humanity and space, and nature and locations, immediately impact political events. Its concern moves beyond the historic study of geopolitics into environmental and survival questions.

Political Science 2520 International Organization and Law

A survey of international organizations and the nature of international law. Of particular interest will be the study of the structural and procedural framework of the United Nations. Students will participate in Model UN related activities such as researching diplomatic interests of nationstates, role-playing in parliamentary proceedings, public speaking, and critical thinking exercises. When possible, the class will participate in Model UN conferences.

Political Science 3020 American Presidency

An analysis of the historical development, the growth of presidential power, development of the institution, styles of presidential leadership, and the relations between the president, congress, the judiciary, and the public.

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Spring 2009

Criminal Justice 3990 Special Topics: Drugs and Society

Chinese 1020 Chinese Language II

Fundamentals of pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and reading of texts of graded difficulty. Three hours lecture, one hour lab per week.

Global Studies 2110 Chinese Culture and Literature

An introduction to the great literary works of China including Buddhist and Taoist religious texts and general Chinese literature and culture.

Global Studies 4000 Senior Seminar

Student and faculty presentations of selected topics in seminar format. Open to International Studies majors in their senior year.

History 1020 Modern Civilization Since 1648

An examination of the origins of modern civilization and a survey of the development of the modern world since 1648.

HIS 2002, 3002, 4002 History and Political Science Seminar

Student and faculty presentations of selected topics in a seminar forum. Open to sophomore potential History and Political Science majors as an elective course.

History 2010 Development of Civilization to 1648

A survey of the origins of world civilizations in antiquity and their development to the early modern period. Required of History and Political Science majors.

History 2050 American Civilization I

A survey of American History from peopling of the continent through Reconstruction. Required of History and Political Science majors.

History 2060 American Civilization II

A survey of United States History since Reconstruction. Fulfills a Secondary Core Requirement. Required of History and Political Science Majors.

History 3020 Classical Culture IS Course

A study of the fundamental ideas and values of classical civilization as expressed by Greek and Roman historians, poets, and philosophers. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course.

History 3100 Recent American History

A study of Post War America focusing on social, economic and political developments since 1945.

History 3160 Southern Culture IS Course

An examination of the meaning of “southern” through the literature, history, and folk culture of the southern United States. Approved as an IS (Integrative Studies) course.

History 3260 Latin American Civilization

The History of Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean from the Colonial Period to the Present.

History 4000 Historiography

An introductory course in the history of historical writing. The course examines the nature of history as a discipline and introduces students to methods and themes used by historians. Required of History and Political Science majors.

History 4050 Internship

History 4290 The United States in Vietnam

Intended to give students the opportunity to explore their curiosity about the United States' War in Vietnam. Designed as a comprehensive examination of the diplomatic, military, political and social issues surrounding the United States' entanglement with Vietnam over the thirty years following the Second World War, the course will be organized around four questions:

How did America Get Involved in Vietnam? How did America Fight the War in Vietnam? What was the Anti-Vietnam War Protest Movement about? What have been the consequences of the War in Vietnam for America?

History 4740 Senior Thesis

See the senior thesis advisor. Minimum acceptable grade: C.

History 4750 Senior Exit Exam

Required of all History and Political Science majors.

Political Science 2110 American Government

A survey of the colonial background, the growth of the federal constitution, and the modern day organization and function of the national government.

Political Science 3260 International Relations

A study of the background, goals, and methods of the interrelations of modern governments with attention to recent events. It will also examine the major theoretical viewpoints that help explain the nature of pre- and post cold war patterns. A requirement of all majors.

Political Science 3600 Politics and Media

An examination of the relationship between politics and the media in the United States, including the ideals and controversies involved in that relationship.

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Summer 2009

History 1020 Modern Civilization Since 1648

An examination of the origins of modern civilization and a survey of the development of the modern world since 1648.

History 3990 Special Topics: Film in History

Political Science 2520 International Organizations and International Law

A survey of international organizations and the nature of international law. Of particular interest will be the study of the structural and procedural framework of the United Nations. Students will participate in Model UN related activities such as researching diplomatic interests of nation-states, role-playing in parliamentary proceedings, public speaking, and critical thinking exercises. When possible, the class will participate in Model UN conferences.

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