History
HIS 111. Survey of Civilization I. 3 hours. F.
A survey of world history from the fourth millennium B.C. into the 16th century. Particular attention is paid to change over time, connections and cultural exchanges between different peoples, and to comparisons between different civilizations.
HIS 112. Survey of Civilization II. 3 hours. Sp.
A continuation of HIS 111. This course surveys world history from the 16th century to the present and examines the relationships between nationalism, industrialization, imperialism, political ideologies, and globalization.
HIS 221. American History I. 3 hours. Su., F., Sp.
A survey of United States history from pre-Columbian times to 1877. This course is a survey of the major events including colonization, American Revolution, national expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.
HIS 222. American History II. 3 hours. F., Sp.
A continuation of HIS 221. This course is a survey of major developments including expansion, industrialization, reform, foreign policy, politics, and cultural changes.
HIS 299A. American Revolutionary Era. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of the American Revolution and War of Independence. Attention is given to the political, social, economic, and military aspects of the period between 1763-1789.
HIS 299B. History of the American West. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of the westward movement in America. The emphasis is on the economic, political, and cultural impact of the settlement of the Great Plains.
HIS 299K. Special Topics in History. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of an area of special interest in either World or American History. Topics may include selected historical periods, major historical movements, decisive events, biographical studies, or religious movements. May be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.
HIS 310. American Military History. 3 hours. F. Even years.
A survey of American military history from the colonial period to the present.
HIS 314. Ancient and Classical Civilizations. (W) 3 hours. Sp. Even years.
Study of the history, literature, political structures, and religion of the civilizations of the Near East, Greece and Rome from about 3500 B.C. to the 4th century A.D. This course contains a significant writing component.
HIS 320. Diversity in America. (W) 3 hours. F., Sp.
An examination of the social and cultural differences that are present in the American population. This course will examine cultures and subgroups in the American community in a historical, legal, and social context. This course contains a significant writing component. Same as HUM/POL 320.
HIS 323. Amer Colonial/Early National Period. 3 hours. F. Even years.
A study of early American history from colonization through the Federalist period.
HIS 324. American Political Biography. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of the lives, achievements, and contributions of outstanding Americans to the political history of the country.
HIS 325. The Civil War. 3 hours. Sp. Odd years.
A study of the causes and effects of the American Civil War. The course examines the political, military, social, and economic changes of this pivotal time in American history.
HIS 326. History of Tennessee. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of the political, social, cultural, and economic development of Tennessee from 1796 to the present.
HIS 328. Modern Latin American History. 3 hours. F. Odd years.
A survey of Latin American history in the 19th and 20th centuries. Particular attention will be given to social movements, political instability, and struggles over cultural hegemony.
HIS 337. Research and Writing of History I. (W) 3 hours. F.
An introduction to the historians' craft, including a survey of historiography and of careers for majors. This course introduces students to research in primary and secondary sources and to the process of framing a historical argument, producing written work that demonstrates critical thinking, and submitting that work to peer review. This course contains a significant writing component. Prerequisites: HIS 111 and 112 Survey of Civilization I and II; or HIS 221 and 222 American History I and II; or permission from the instructor.
HIS 338. Research and Writing of History II. (W) 3 hours. Sp.
Guides students through the process of researching and writing a major research paper. This course emphasizes the writing of clear historical prose, which includes multiple drafts and peer reviews, and presenting one's research findings in a public forum. This course contains a significant writing component. Prerequisite: HIS 337 Research and Writing of History I.
HIS 397. Internship. 1 hour. F., Sp.
A professional field experience that will provide students an opportunity for experiential learning.
HIS 399A. American Revolutionary Era. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of the American Revolution and War of Independence. Attention is given to the political, social, economic, and military aspects of the period between 1763-1789.
HIS 399B. History of the American West. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of the westward movement in America. The emphasis is on the economic, political, and cultural impact of the settlement of the Great Plains.
HIS 399K. Special Topics in History. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
A study of an area of special interest in either World or American History. Topics may include selected historical periods, major historical movements, decisive events, biographical studies, or religious movements. May be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.
HIS 410. Christianity in the West. 3 hours. Sp. Even years.
A survey of Christianity's historical development in Europe and the Americas from the close of the medieval period through modern day. Emphasis will be given to the impact of the Reformations in Europe, Christianity's role in American contact and colonialism, the social progression of Christianity in Latin America, and the interplay of Christianity and politics in United States history.
HIS 415. Twentieth Century World. 3 hours. Sp. Odd years.
A study of the world in the 20th century. This course examines international relations in an age of increasing globalization.
HIS 423. The South. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
Contributions of the southern United States to the growth of the country are studied. Special emphasis is given to the sectional nature of the American nation prior to the Civil War and the adjustments made following that war.
HIS 424. Twentieth Century America. (W) 3 hours. F. Even years.
Study of the political, intellectual, diplomatic, and social developments of the United States in the 20th century. This course contains a significant writing component.
HIS 440. History Capstone. 1 hour. F., Sp.
A synthesis of the study of history. Students will complete a research project and written analysis under the direction of the history professors.
POL 293. Law and the American Legal System. 3 hours. Sp.
An introduction to law and the American legal system. The functions, structures, and processes of the American legal system, legal concepts and terminology, basic procedural rules, and broad substantive areas of law will be examined. Students will also be introduced to legal reasoning, writing, and research.
POL 311. State and Local Governments. 3 hours. Offered On Sufficient Demand.
An introduction to the institutions, politics, and policies of state and local governments in the United States. Particular emphasis is placed on Tennessee government and politics.