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500 Special Offerings (1-3 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
501 Public History (3 hours)
Course is designed to introduce the undergraduate
student to the field of public history. It will introduce the student to historic preservation, museum management, archives and cultural resource management. (F)
506 The Renaissance and Reformation (3 hours)
An advanced course which presents an in-depth study of the eras of the Renaissance and Reformation in western Europe. Emphasis will be placed upon the Reformation in Switzerland, Germany, and England. Also given special attention will be the Counter-Reformation and Religious Wars. (S, alt. years)
513 Soviet Russia (3 hours)
After a brief introduction, the course will consist of a detailed study of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia and policies and programs of the Communist Party and Government since 1917, both in domestic and international affairs. (F, alt. years)
517 England: From Stonehenge to Versailles (3 hours)
Course is designed as a survey of English history from the earliest inhabitants to the Treaty of Versailles. (F)
521 History of Germany Since 1648 (3 hours)
An advanced course in the history of Germany from 1648 to the post-World War II era. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of the Prussian State, Bismarck and the unification of Germany, World War I, the rise of the Nazis, and the Second World War. (S, alt. years)
524 Colony to Nation 1607-1828 (3 hours)
A study of the social, economic, intellectual, cultural, and political institutions that arose and developed from English colony to a self-sustaining nation. Emphasis is placed on the colonial experience of Europeans, Africans, and Indians continuing through the constitutional period and the development
of the new nation. (S)
525 United States Since 1945 (3 hours)
This course is an advanced course that looks at the development of the contemporary United States through an examination of foreign affairs as well as selected social movements. (S, alt. years)
526 Constitutional History of the United States (3 hours)
An advanced course in American history which deals with the constitutional aspects of our development, with considerable reference to constitutional law and interpretation. Recommended particularly for pre-law students and all students planning to teach American government. (S, alt. years)
534 The Civil War and Reconstruction (3 hours)
An advanced course in American history which analyzes the conflicting theories and issues of the ante-bellum period, interprets the coming of the Civil War, the conduct of government, military operations and foreign relations during the War, and problems of the Reconstruction Period. (F, alt. years)
542 American Ideas (3 hours)
A study of political, religious, social, and other aspects of American life. Among the issues to be emphasized are: Puritanism; the Enlightenment; the Federalist/Anti-Federalist controversy; 19th century democratic ideas; Social Darwinism; the progressive era; Humanism; New Deal thought; the New Conservatism of the Fifties; and the New Left movement. (F, alt. years)
556 The Roots of U.S. Reform (3 hours)
Industrialization, populism, progressivism and the New Deal as the basis of reform then continuing with the culmination of reform in the New Deal. (F, alt. years)
562 The History of Missouri (3 hours)
A brief survey of the Spanish and French rule, followed by a study of the history and development of Missouri from the acquisition of the territory by the United States to the present day. Special emphasis is on its historical significance, important figures, government, constitution, current problems, and local history. (F, alt. years)
565 The History of American Foreign Relations (3 hours)
An introduction to the history of U.S. and foreign policy. This course will concentrate on the key episodes in U.S. foreign policy with an emphasis on the assumptions that formed the context for power relationships in the European, Asian and American worlds from the time of American independence to the present. (F, alt years)
582 Frontiers in American History (3 hours)
A study of America’s territorial expansion from the colonial period to the close of the 19th century, including the impact on the nation’s people, institutions,
policies and ideas. Special emphasis will be devoted to the conflict between settlers and native people. (S, alt. years)
589 Europe in the Age of Nationalism (3 hours)
An examination of the impact of nationalism upon Europe since the French Revolution. (S, alt. years)
590 Historical Resource Internship (1-5 hours)
On-site activity in libraries, museums, and historic sites and parks. Credit will vary according to the time spent and type of activity. Instructor’s permission
and pre-arrangements are required. Maximum credit to be earned is 5 semester hours.
600 Special Offerings (1-4 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
601 Research Methods and Historiography (3 hours)
A seminar in the professional techniques of the historian. Stress is placed on the leading schools of historical thought, methods of investigation, and the preparation of research papers. This course should be taken early in the student’s career. (F)
610 Seminar in Central and East European History (3 hours)
The content of this course will vary when offered. Selected areas of history and historical problems will be given. May be repeated once with permission
of advisor for a maximum credit of 6 semester hours. (SS, alt. years)
620 Seminar in American History (3 hours)
The content of this course will vary when offered. Selected areas of history and historical problems will be given. May be repeated once with permission of advisor for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
621 Seminar in Modern American History (3 hours)
The content of this course will vary when offered. Selected areas of history and historical problems will be given. May be repeated once with permission of advisor for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
630 Seminar in European and Areas Studies (3 hours)
The content of this course will vary when offered. Selected areas of history and historical problems will be given. May be repeated once with permission of advisor for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
631 Seminar in Modern Europe (3 hours)
The content of this course will vary when offered. Selected areas of history and historical problems will be given. May be repeated once with permission of advisor for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
690 Independent Study in History (1-2 hours)
Offered by special arrangement and petition approved by the student’s advisor, the instructor involved and the department chairperson.
699 Thesis (1-5 hours)
Registration for thesis credit requires the approval of the graduate advisor and department chairperson. (F, S, SS)
500 Special Offerings (1-3 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
500 Special Offerings (1-3 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
570 Metaphysics (3 hours)
A study of the philosophies of being; an inquiry into the ultimate realities of God, mind, matter, and personal identity as illustrated by the writings of Aquinas, Descartes, Locke, Hume, and others. Prerequisite: Phil 39-171 or consent of instructor. (Alt. years)
571 Epistemology (3 hours)
A study of the philosophies of knowing: an inquiry into the validity of induction, deduction, and intuition, as illustrated by Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Locke, Berkeley, Russell, and others. Prerequisite: Phil 39-171 or consent of instructor. (Alt. years)
579 Independent Study in Philosophy (1-2 hours)
Investigation into special problems in philosophy. Offered only by special arrangement. Prerequisites: Phil 39-171 and consent of instructor.
590 Advanced Topics (1-3 hours)
This course covers a specialized topic in the history of philosophy or current issues and trends in philosophy as announced. Course may be repeated for a total of six hours provided that the topics are not the same. Prerequisites: Phil 39-171 and 15 hours in philosophy or consent of instructor.
600 Special Offerings (1-4 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
502 Public Policy (3 hours)
An intensive advanced course in American policy-making processes and problems of policy development at the national level. The focus is on the analysis of current public policies and their consequences. (S, alt. years)
510 Comparative Political Systems (3 hours)
A study of the politics of various regions with an emphasis on a comparative analysis. Topics may vary as events and interests dictate. (SS)
511 Special Topics in Political Science (1-3 hours)
A variable topics course designed to meet curricular and student needs not fulfilled by the rest of the political science curriculum. Content of the course will be described in the title. Students may repeat the course for a total of 6 credit hours as long as the topics are not repeated.
525 Transnational Politics (3 hours)
An investigation of the structures and functions of international organizations of a political and economic nature. This is an interdisciplinary course that emphasizes the interdependency of international political and economic organizations of a governmental and non-governmental nature. (S)
500 Special Offerings (1-3 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
600 Special Offerings (1-4 hours)
Courses which are offered on only one occasion or variable issue-oriented courses which have the content described in the title. Credit and prerequisites
as announced.
680 Problems of Teaching Secondary Social Studies (2 hours)
An advanced professional course designed for teachers with experience, in which study and discussion are focused on selected problems peculiar to the social sciences. Emphasis is placed on the teaching of controversial issues. Laboratory experience and the carrying out of a study project in an actual classroom situation will be required.