Emphasis is placed upon American emergence as a world power and its role of alliance leadership in the nuclear age. A study of the history of the modern Middle East, with some attention to the historical background and to adjacent areas. Special attention is given to the twentieth century. Approval of chairperson of department. Independent reading and reports arranged by the instructor according to the individual student's preparation, background, and needs.
Subject matter varies.
See the International Studies section of the catalog for details. A time-concentrated study of a special topic. A study of historical interpretations and the techniques of historical research, and preparation for publication. A study of archival concepts and functions, as well as the nature of archives and their role within organizations and society. Topics will vary from year to year, and may be treated as lecture-discussion classes, research seminars, or directed reading and discussion.