Emphasis is on the theological disputes which shattered the unity of medieval Christendom. Spring semester, even-numbered years. A history of England from the Roman period to the present, with emphasis on political, constitutional, social, and cultural developments. A history of Germany from the Roman times to the present, with special attention given to such topics as the struggle between political unity and particularism, the growth of militarism, and the progress of German culture. Special emphasis is placed on political, intellectual, economic, and military developments during a critical phase of German history.
Special attention is given to political and intellectual progress.
An investigation of the ideas, personalities, and events of the critical years between 1830-1890. Includes an examination of abolitionists, sectionalism, civil rights, and military action. Spring semester, even-numbered years. An interpretive examination of the special forces that have shaped American history, from 1900 to the present, with particular emphasis on the social and cultural aspects of the period. Fall semester, even-numbered years.