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HIS 100 Shaping of Western Society (3-0) 3 hrs.
A study of selected major traditions, values, institutions, and ideas which have shaped Western civilization from the Classical Greeks through the Renaissance era (c. 1650). Topics to be studied within the framework of the individual and society may include the developments of law and the state, social change, the Judeo-Christian experience, and popular movements. May be taken to fulfill either a Humanities (HUM 100) or Social Science (HIS 100) elective requirement. (Also listed as HUM 100.) B . View Course Syllabus
HIS 101 Shaping of Western Society II (3-0) 3 hrs.
A study of selected topics organized around the theme of the individual and society that have occurred within the Western tradition since the 18th century and progressing to the present day. Topics to be studied may include political revolution, industrial capitalism and socialism, social change, war and peace, and recent developments within Europe and between Europe and non-European nations. HIS 100 or HUM 100 is NOT a prerequisite. May be taken to fulfill either a Humanities (HUM 101) or Social Science (HIS 101) elective requirement. B (Also listed as HUM 101) . View Course Syllabus
HIS 105 Regional History of the Finger Lakes (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course interprets State and National History from the local point of view, emphasizing the Finger Lakes Region. The local orientation will be treated through an interdisciplinary methodology with multimedia presentations (slides, movies, sound, etc.) combined with establishing lectures for each segment. B
HIS 110 United States History I (3-0) 3 hrs.
A study of the foundation of American History with emphasis on political, economic, social, and intellectual ideas from its settlement through 1877. B . View Course Syllabus
HIS 111 United States History II (3-0) 3 hrs.
A continuation of the first semester course. Beginning with the reconstruction, the nation’s development is traced to the present time. B . View Course Syllabus
HIS 122 Modern World History (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is a survey of modern historical developments of principal non-western societies/cultures including India, China, Japan, Korea, the Middle East/Islam, Latin America, and Africa. It broadly addresses the development of these civilizations and the influences of major historical trends and events up through the present, including early history and culture; western influence; conflict/war; reform movements; contemporary events, and related international affairs. . View Course Syllabus
HIS 206 The Indian in American History (3-0) 3 hrs.
An introduction to the role played by the Native American peoples in the history of the American nation from pre-Columbian times to the present. The student will examine the white images of the Indian as they evolved in our nation and the relations between white and Indian in order to understand more clearly the contemporary Indian Americans as people. Special emphasis will be given to northeast Native people, in particular the Iroquois. Prerequisite:HIS 111 or permission of instructor. B . View Course Syllabus
HIS 215 Ireland: History, Culture and the Politics of Peace (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course will examine Irish history and culture through a wide spectrum of topics, covering: mythology, folklore, literature, music, art, history and politics. Issues of cultural identity will be discussed with special focus on literary response to social events in the course of Irish history. This course emphasizes reading, writing and oral presentation with strong emphasis on critical evaluation and discussion of historical, social, cultural and political issues. Students will also be exposed to Irish Art and Irish music and theatre. B . View Course Syllabus
HIS 261 War and Society in the 20th Century (3-0) 3 hrs.
Focusing on the period 1890 to 1950 – from the First World War, through the Second World War and emergence of the Cold War – this course will examine the crucial interaction between war and society in the conflict-ridden twentieth century: how war has sparked dramatic social change and how society has given both form and substance to modern war. Prior completion of HIS 101, HIS 111 or HIS 122 is strongly recommended, but not required. B . View Course Syllabus
HIS 269 The United States History since 1945 (3-0) 3 hrs.
Liberal ascendancy and the Cold War; the Fair Deal; modern Republicanism; the Great Society; an assertive America, culminating in Vietnam; the New Right; the post Cold War world. Prerequisites/Corequisites: History 111 or 122 or, A score of 85 or higher on the Regents Exam in US history. S . View Course Syllabus
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