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HIST& 116 Western Civilization I
HIST& 117 Western Civilization II
HIST& 118 Western Civilization III
HIST 135 History of Latin America
HIST 140 Introduction to African-American History
HIST& 146 United States History I
HIST& 147 United States History II
HIST& 148 United States History III
HIST 150 History of Science and Technology
HIST 203 Survey of African History
HIST 204 Introduction to Modern China and Japan
HIST& 214 Pacific Northwest History
HIST& 215 Women in US History
HIST 279 Introduction to the Modern Middle East

HIST& 116 Western Civilization I 5 Credits
A history of Western society that begins with the stone age and river valley civilizations, covers the classical periods of Greece and Rome, and ends with the Medieval manors, towns, and church.  This course was formerly known as HIST 101.  Prerequisite:  None.
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HIST& 117 Western Civilization II 5 Credits
A history of Western society that begins with the High Middle Ages, studies the processes that lead to the Renaissance, Reformation, and strong monarchs, and ends with the scientific and political revolutions of the late 18th century.  This course was formerly known as HIST 102.  Prerequisite: None.
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HIST& 118 Western Civilization III 5 Credits
A history of Western society that begins with the Industrial Revolution, examines the era of nationalism and imperialism, covers the time of dictators and world wars, and ends with life in our time. This course was formerly known as HIST 103.  Prerequisite: None.
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HIST 135 History of Latin America 5 Credits
History of Latin America from pre-colonial to present. Emphasis on fostering an understanding of this complex region by exploring some of the major forces that have shaped Latin America. Prerequisites: None.
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HIST 140 Introduction to African-American History 5 Credits
History of African-American society that begins pre-Atlantic Slave Trade Africa, examines the slave trade, life on the plantations, post Civil War struggles, the early civil rights movement and ends with an analysis of where African-Americans are in today's society. Prerequisite: None.
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HIST& 146 United States History I 5 Credits
Begins with the New World discoveries, looks at the early colonial settlements in the North and South, examines the Colonial-English separation, presents the problems of the early United States, the Industrial Revolution, the reform movement, slavery, and ends with the Mexican War of 1848.  This course was formerly known as HIST 110.  Prerequisite: None.
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HIST& 147 United States History II 5 Credits
Begins with the causes of the Civil War through to the Reconstruction period. Examines the settlement of the last frontier, looks at the causes and outcomes of the Industrial Revolution, presents the problems and some solutions to political corruption, examines the reform movements of Populism and Progressivism, examines the rise of American imperialism and ends with the close of the First World War. This course was formerly known as HIST 111.   Prerequisite: None.
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HIST& 148 United States History III 5 Credits
Investigates the political, social, and cultural history of the United States from 1920 to the present. Includes the Great Depression, World War II, The Cold War, and Vietnam.  Also included will be the civil rights, equal rights and environmental movements. This course was formerly known as HIST 112.  Prerequisite: None.
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HIST 150 History of Science and Technology 5 Credits
Surveys the evolution of science and technology from prehistoric times to the present, emphasizing how the science and technology of each age has influenced society. Prerequisites: None.
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HIST 203 Survey of African History 5 Credits
African cultural, political and social development from prehistoric times to the present. Covers early civilizations, pre-European societies, slave trade, colonialism, post colonialism, and 20th century challenges and future prospects. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL& 101 or WRIT 101.
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HIST 204 Introduction to Modern China and Japan 5 Credits
A one-quarter survey course that includes a brief examination of the traditional civilizations of China and Japan, Western Civilization's impact on China and Japan, reasons why China and Japan responded so differently to the West, present day positions and difficulties of China and Japan. Prerequisites: None.
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HIST& 214 Pacific Northwest History 5 Credits
Surveys the political, cultural, economic, and social development of the American Northwest with special emphasis on Washington State.  This course was formerly known as HIST 125 History of the Pacific Northwest.  Prerequisite:  None.
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HIST& 215 Women in US History 5 Credits
Women's roles in the history of our land from pre-colonial to the present. Emphasis will be placed on examination of the experiences of women of different races, ethnicity, classes and religions, and how major demographic, socio-economic and cultural changes framed their lives. This course was previously known as HIST 145, History of American Women.  Prerequisite: None.
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HIST 279 Introduction to the Modern Middle East 5 Credits
An introduction to the history of the Middle East from 1800 to the present. Surveys major political, economic and social developments including modernization, nationalism and Islamic fundamentalism. Explores the historical roots of contemporary regional problems, such as the Arab-Israeli conflict and the Gulf War. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or WRIT
101 or eligible to enroll in ENGL& 101.
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