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HUM 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 studies 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. Students will work with readings, simulations, type studies, visual media, and individualized activities to better understand the present through a study of the past. May be taken to fulfill either a Humanities (HUM 100) or Social Science (HIS 100) elective requirement. B (Also listed as HIS 100) . View Course Syllabus

HUM 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. Students will work with readings, visual media, role playing, simulations, type studies, and individualized activities to better understand how the contemporary world evolved. 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 HIS 101) . View Course Syllabus

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