HS 110 Emergence of the Modern West
A survey of several centuries of Western history. An introduction to major developments, figures, tendencies, and terms. 3 credits

HS 151 World Cultures, Their History and Development
Introduction to world cultures as a contemporary problem and possibility. Beginning with the assumption that the world is a social, economic, political, and cultural topics produced through contestation and cooperation of peoples around the globe, the course looks at major practices through which the world culture has been and continues to be made, including capitalism, colonialism, and war. Methodologies to historical problems. 3 credits

HS 170 History of the United States to 1865
A general survey emphasizing the political, economic, and cultural development of the United States from the colonial era to the end of the Civil War. Same as HS 301. 3 credits

HS 171 History of the United States since 1865
Continuation of HS 170; both may be taken independently. General study of modern America from 1865 to the present. Same as HS 302. 3 credits

HS 198 Introduction to United States Labor History
An examination of the history of the American labor movement and working class culture in the United States from 1800 until the present. The course will focus on the leaders and rank and fi le of labor as well as the economic, social, cultural, and political context for the development of the workers’ movement. 3 credits

HS 201 Introduction to Modern Asia
An introductory overview of modern Asia from the decline of the early modern empires to the impact of European and American imperialism, cultural renaissance, nationalist movements, creation of independent nation states, postcolonial developments, and U.S.-Asian relations. 3 credits

HS 202 Modern China
A brief overview of China’s history before 1949; the foundation of the People’s Republic of China, Taiwan; the career of Mao Zedong; the Great Leap; Cultural Revolution, 1966-1976; Deng Ziaoping, and the present period. 3 credits

HS 203 Modern Japan
An introduction to the development of an industrial society, parliamentary government, mass culture, and imperialism from the Meiji reforms of the late nineteenth century through World War II to the present. 3 credits

HS 207 History of the American City
An examination of the changes in the history of the American city from colonial origins to its industrial-urban expression in the early 1900s, to the postindustrial-global city of today. Changing definitions of public space, community, municipal politics and economics, (global and local), cultural diversity and immigration, city culture, urban architecture, suburbanization, and domestic life will provide the focus of our inquiry. 3 credits

HS 208 History of American Cinema
An examination of the development of the American cinema and motion picture industry from Edison’s movie camera to the rise of the Hollywood studio system in the 1930s to the present, and the relation between cinema and the broader social, cultural, and political realm of U.S. society. 3 credits

HS 210 Western Culture
A study of major dynamics of the North Atlantic World. Focus on significant ideas, figures, practices, texts, institutions, or issues. Methodologies to investigate historical problems. 3 credits

HS 216 History of Germany: Bismarck to Reunification
An investigation of German history from 1871 to the present. Deals with Bismarck, political and economic development after unifi cation, World War I and revolution, Weimar years, Nazi seizure of power, division of Germany after World War II, and reunification in 1990. 3 credits

HS 222 Modern Latin America
An examination of political, social and economic changes experienced by the nations of Latin America from 1820 to the present. 3 credits

HS 226 Caribbean History
Study of key themes and major events in the Caribbean from initial European contact to emergence of independent states. Cross-cultural approach that recognizes shared history not only within the Caribbean but also with Africa and the American South. 3 credits

HS 230 African American History
An examination of the Black experience in the U.S., including slavery, Emancipation, reconstruction, segregation, The Great Migration, Civil Rights, and industrialization. 3 credits

HS 243 Representations of Women: High Art/Popular Culture
A study and critique of concepts of gender and sexuality in representative cultural texts (film, painting, music, and television). Critical and source materials are drawn from art history, cultural studies, feminist theory, and history. Also listed as AR 243 and WS 243. 3 credits

HS 246 History of Utopias: Utopia/Dystopia/Science Fiction
An examination of classical and modern utopian visions and movements in the context of U.S., European, and non-Western history. Utopia can be defined as an imaginative construction of a whole society. Can Utopia be theorized as a vision of the future, or a record of the past? Are all utopias politically progressive? The course makes use of historical texts, films, and literature. 3 credits

HS 250 Multiculturalism in U.S. History
A study of the development of American society focusing on the role of ethnic Americans, African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans. Concepts of multicultural diversity, racism, and intergroup relations will be explored within a comparative historical framework. Same as HS 307. 3 credits

HS 261 Electronic Culture, Experimental Music
A team-taught course structured around the proposition that music does not just reflect society: but foreshadows new social formations, and economic and technological change in a prophetic and annunciatory way. Students will be expected to treat music as a historically determined and socially constructed practice. The course will address new musical ideas and the parallel developments in electronic culture. It will be about music that exists because of the use of electronics rather than music that simply uses electronics. The musical and social space is one in which aural reality is re-contextualized by new sounds, new rules for playing sounds, and new demands for listening. The class is profoundly interdisciplinary, fusing cultural history and music theory. Satisfies Interdisciplinary core requirement. Same as MU 261. 3 credits

HS 287 History of Africa: 1800 to the Present
Colonial rule, the forced restructuring, and underdevelopment of African economies: includes studies of African resistance, nationalism, and the problems of independence. 3 credits

HS 288 South Africa: Culture and Creativity
A study of the formation of South Africa under the colonizing efforts of both the Dutch and the English and the resultant impact. The confl ict between Afrikaner Nationalists (proponents of apartheid) and African Nationalists (proponents of a multiracial, multicultural state), and the victory of Nelson Mandela and the ANC after years of struggle are included. 3 credits

HS 301 History of the United States to 1865
A general survey emphasizing the political, economic, and cultural development of the United States from the colonial era to the end of the Civil War. Same as HS 170. 3 credits

HS 302 History of the United States since 1865
Continuation of HS 301; both may be taken independently. General study of modern America from 1865 to the present. Same as HS 171. 3 credits

HS 303 Economic History of the United States
An examination of American economic development from the pre-industrial to the industrial age. Fields of study include the economic history of the colonial period, regional specialization, early industrialization, slavery and southern development, the role of railroads and government policies, farm problems in the nineteenth century of big business and finance capitalism, the Great Depression, corporate capitalism, and de-industrialization. 3 credits

HS 304 Popular Culture
An exploration of critical approaches to popular culture. The course examines popular music, film, literature, and television, as well as investigates subcultures and other forms of cultural mediation in U.S., European, and non-Western history. This course locates popular culture in its social, cultural, and intellectual context. 3 credits

HS 307 Multiculturalism in U. S. History
A study of the development of American society focusing on the role of ethnic Americans, African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans. Concepts of multicultural diversity, racism, and intergroup relations will be explored within a comparative historical framework. Same as HS 250. 3 credits

HS 308 History of American Women
A study of the history of women in America from the colonial era to the present focusing on struggles for equal rights, family, sexuality, feminism, leadership, and the impact of race, class and ethnicity. Also listed as WS 318. 3 credits

HS 316 History of the British Isles
A study of metropolis and empire. Traces the development of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and England and examines from postcolonial perspectives the history and culture of the multiethnic, multinational British Empire that stretched over five continents until its dissolution. 3 credits

HS 325 Girl Cultures
The course draws on the methods and materials of history, women’s studies, and cultural critique to introduce students to the fields of girl studies and third wave feminist theory. The course specifically focuses on global girl cultures as they relate to third wave feminist theories. Using a framework that emphasizes the intersections of gender, race, class, sexuality, and nationality in cultures, theories, and activism that girls and women create and navigate, students gain a deeper understanding of the formation of girl cultures from a theoretical and empirical perspective. Girlhood not simply reflects society: it foreshadows new social and cultural practices, temporary as they may be, in a prophetic and annunciatory way. Students will be expected to treat girlhood as constituted through experience, a careful analysis of which should lead to the historicization of that process. Course satisfi es the Interdisciplinary core requirement and two of the following LAI core requirements: History, Women’s Studies, and Global Perspectives. It also serves as an elective for the minor in Women Studies. Also listed as WS 325. 3 credits

HS 345 Classical Civilizations: Greece
A study of political, cultural, economic, and social developments from the fi rst appearance of the Greeks to the birth and development of democracy in Athens and militarism in Sparta. The Athenian Empire, the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta, Alexander the Great, and the Hellenistic Monarchies are explored. 3 credits

HS 346 Classical Civilizations: Rome
A study of political, cultural, economic, and social developments from the origins of the Roman Republic to Caesar, including the Roman Empire, rise of Christianity, the New Empire of Diocletian and Constantine, the replacement of the Western Roman Empire in Europe by barbarian kingdoms, consolidation, and the Golden Age of Justinian of the Eastern Roman Empire. 3 credits

HS 351/352 Special Studies in American History
HS 353/354 Special Studies in American History
HS 356/357 Special Studies in American History
Topics vary. 1 to 4 credits

HS 355 Comparative Culture
A survey of the political, economic, and cultural interaction among the peoples of Europe, Africa, America, and Asia: era of Western dominance, 1500-1850; sea power; colonialism; imperialism; nationalism; modernization and counter modernization, from 1850 to present. 3 credits

HS 360 Early Modern Europe
Society, culture, and economy in various European countries from the Renaissance to the French Revolution. 3 credits

HS 370 Late Modern Europe
History of Europe from the French Revolution to the end of World War II. 3 credits

HS 371 Europe Since World War II
A study of the reconstruction of European politics and society after 1945: emergence of Cold War in Europe; decolonization; economic cooperation and development; East-West relations; end of Cold War. 3 credits

HS 392/393 Special Studies in European History
HS 395/396 Special Studies in European History
HS 397/398 Special Studies in European History
Topics vary. 1 to 4 credits

HS 400 Independent Study
Specialized study in which the student engages independently, with the guidance of a faculty member, in researching a historical topic of interest. Open to all students with permission. Credit varies

HS 405 Internship
Career and professional opportunities in History including mass media, politics, historical preservation, curating, and teaching. Permission required prior to registration. Credit varies

HS 410 Special Studies in Non-Western History: Japanese Animation and Comics
A study and critique of anime (animation) and manga (comic books) in Japan. Anime and manga constitute the perfect medium to visually and narratively capture what is perhaps the overriding issue in present-day Japan: the shifting nature of identity in a rapidly changing society. Anime, for example, is much more than children’s cartoons. It runs the gamut from samurai epics and sci-fi thrillers to girls’ topic animation. Anime is quite adept at portraying important social and cultural issues such as social alienation, gender inequality, war, and teenage anxiety. Historically, manga and anime go hand in hand. Most anime shows are based on popular manga. The study of manga reveals that comic books have become one of the favorite tools in Japan for communication, whatever the kind of message. Economical and fi nancial information can be translated into manga format, newspapers publish mangalike political caricatures, and avid readers, very often young women, also produce their own works called dôjinshi or “publications among friends.” The course will investigate the ways in which anime and manga present complex issues in an in-depth and sophisticated manner, uncovering identity conflicts, fears over rapid technological advancement and environmental pollution, and other key themes present in contemporary Japanese imaginary. Aesthetics, production, and reception of anime and manga will be explored against the backdrop of Japan’s political, social and cultural history. Students can choose between a creative project such as a digital video pilot for an anime or a manga storyboard, and a major research paper about the historical contexts of these genres. 3 credits

HS 411/412 Special Studies in Non-Western History
HS 413/414
Topics vary. 1 to 4 credits

HS 456 Senior Thesis
An opportunity to pursue challenging independent scholarship that demonstrates depth and breadth of knowledge. The student may be asked to present her or his thesis to the History faculty and other students. 3 credits