This survey course is designed to introduce students to United States history from 1865 until the present. It will examine the continuities and changes in cultural, social, political, and foreign policy issues of the period. The course will also acquaint students with the field of history in general, including the processes of historical research, analysis, and communication. Regular attendance is expected.
Experience demonstrates that students who attend regularly usually receive better grades.
There will be two mid-term examinations and one final examination. All examinations will consist of short-answer identification and essay questions based upon the lectures and assigned readings. Make-up examinations will be given only at the discretion of the instructor. Excuses must be supported by written documents. Students are required to write five to seven page critiques of the each of the three non-text required readings.