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Feb 02, 2025
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HIST 177, 178 - Special Studies in History
Studies in periods, countries or special themes in history such as the Revolutions of 1848, peasant reform in Russia, changes in values after the first World War, geography as a force in cultural development, or a comparison of the American, French and Russian revolutions. Subjects to be announced yearly. Seminars: seminars are small classes that concentrate attention upon a particular period of history. Students read, reflect upon and write research papers about selected topics, and discuss and defend their views in group discussions during weekly class meetings. Specific topics and foci of seminars change each semester in accordance with interests of instructors and needs of the department. Seminars are intended to provide familiarization with the historiographic traditions germane to their central concerns, and emphasize the development of research and critical thinking skills. Seminars typically meet once a week for a three-hour period.
Prerequisites & Notes
Ordinarily not open to freshmen and sophomores.
Credits: 3 s.h. ea
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