2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog

HIST 211 History of Asian America

Examination of the historical experiences of communities of Asian descent in the U.S., from earliest times to the present. Issues such as identity and cultural change will also be addressed.

3

HIST 217 Europe and Islam: Myth and Reality

With reference to literature, art, film and memoir, this course examines the changing ways in which European society (Christendom) has viewed its Middle Eastern counterpart (Islam) over the centuries and vice versa.

3

HIST 224 History of Colorado

A survey of Colorado history from prehistoric times to the post-World War II era.

3

HIST 225 Latina/Latino History

Seeks to examine the historical and historiographical trend lines of the Latino experience. Among the issues to be explored: identity, heritage, language, gender roles. May be taken once as either MAS 225 or HIST 225.

3

HIST 230 Class and Culture in America

Explores class distinctions and the ways they changed over time, filtered through the lenses of gender, race, age, labor, consumption, popular culture, the family, and the American Dream.

3

HIST 240 Critical Issues in Modern America

A tracing of modern American history. Topics may include such items as foreign policy, presidential politics, civil rights, the growth of the welfare state and the changing American character. Repeatable, maximum of six credits, under different subtitles.

3

HIST 260 History of Science and Technology of the West

Origins and development of science and technology from antiquity to the 20th century with the emphasis on the intellectual, social and cultural implications.

3

HIST 283 Russian Civilization

Development of Russian culture and society from the beginning to the present, with emphasis on the late 19th and 20th centuries. (LAC, gtP)

3

HIST 290 American Immigration

An examination of immigration to the United States, emphasizing 19th and 20th centuries. Includes Irish, English, German, Italian, Scandinavian, Jewish, Asian and Latin American immigrants as well as nativist and immigration legislation. (LAC)

3