Geography
History
Political Science

Geography:

GEOG 109 World Regional Geography I . 3 hours.
Introduction to culture, natural resources and modern geographical problems facing the realms of the Americas, Europe and Southwest Asia/North Africa. Offered fall semester.

GEOG 110 World Regional Geography II. 3 hours.
Examination of the characteristics and contemporary issues facing the realms of South Asia, Southeast Asia, SubSaharan Africa and the Pacific Nations. Offered spring semester.

GEOG 300 GIS and Remote Sensing. 3 hours.
Remote sensing concepts and methods including multispectral image analysis and acquisition, radar imaging, satellite and airborne remote sensing systems, digital image analysis, the electromagnetic spectrum and its interaction with matter, use of global positioning system equipment. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) exercises applied throughout the course. Same as ENVR 300 and PHYS 300.

GEOG 313 Resource Management. 3 hours.
An overview of the principles involved in managing resources for sustainable community, economy and environment. Topics considered will include remote sensing, geographic information systems, site evaluations, economic development, zoning concepts and environmental issues relating to land use and development. Same is ENVR 313.

GEOG 323 Meteorology. 3 hours.
This course explores the processes that produce weather and climate patterns. Topics of study include: earth/sun relationships, global pressure and wind systems, weather forecasting, severe storms and global climate change. Offered every other year. Prerequisite: ENVR 200. Same as ENVR 323.

GEOG 340 Geography of Food. 3 hours.
Combines the ideas and cultures of cuisine with the physical foundation of agriculture and sustainability. Offered spring semester. Same as ENVR 340.

GEOG 361 Field Studies in Geography. 3 hours.
Work for this course will involve field research to explain cultural or physical geographic processes and to describe the relationship between people and their environment.

GEOG 290, 390, 490 Selected Topics.

History:

HIST 101 Survey of United States History I. 3 hours.
A broad survey of the major political and social developments from the time of Columbus to the Civil War. Offered every semester.

HIST 102 Survey of United States History II. 3 hours.
A broad survey of the major political and social developments from Reconstruction to the present. Offered every semester.

HIST 103 Western Civilization to 1550. 3 hours.
A survey of the peoples who have contributed to building the body of ideas and institutions known as the Western tradition; examination of the origins of ancient civilizations such as Greece and Rome, as well as medieval civilizations; final emphasis on the Reformation and the effects of European civilization and the New World. Offered every semester.

HIST 104 Western Civilization 1550 to present. 3 hours.
A survey of the peoples who have contributed to building the body of ideas and institutions of the Western tradition from 1550 to the present; exploration of the complex, historical journey from the time of Absolutism through the period of Enlightenment and onto the era of new ideologies and revolutions, total conflicts and eventual emergence of the new global environment. Offered every semester.

HIST 220 Ancient Civilization. 3 hours.
A study of human evolution, the prehistoric era, and the civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome up to the rise of Christianity. Examination of the contributions of each civilization to our cultural heritage in the fields of artistic and literary expression, law, politics, religion, social relationships, and technology, with emphasis on the evolving roles of women within each society. Offered occasionally. (Meets Ideas and Events of Western History)

HIST 223 Survey of Medieval Civilization. 3 hours.
A study of the main features of western European civilization from the collapse of the Roman Empire in the west to about 1500 C.E. A survey of medieval ideas that laid the foundation for current values and beliefs regarding education, politics, religion, chivalry and more. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years.

HIST 225 Renaissance and Reformation. 3 hours.
An analysis of the political, cultural and religious events that brought change and turmoil to the people of Europe from the years 1350 to 1648. Special emphasis given to the variety of religious reformations during this period. Offered spring of odd numbered years.

HIST 245 Survey of Modern European History. 3 hours.
A study of major developments in 20th century Europe: World War I, the rise of fascism and communism, the Depression, World War II, cold war, the collapse of communism, contemporary issues; a brief survey of the late 19th century precursors to these events. Offered spring semester of even numbered years.

HIST 251 Slavery in Human History. 3 hours.
Exploration into the history and social, political and cultural significance of slavery and the slave trade in various societies and cultures; from slavery in the ancient world to transatlantic slave trade to slavery and its legacy in the modern era. Offered fall semester.

HIST 283 American Social and Political Thought. 3 hours.
A study of major currents of social and political thought and their impact on culture and institutions in the U.S. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years. Same as PLSC 283.

HIST 302 U.S. Foreign Policy. 3 hours.
Examination of 20th century foreign policy, with the earlier events studied in light of their contribution to policies and practices of the later period. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years. Same as PLSC 302.

HIST 321 Women in European History. 3 hours.
Exploration of the lives and voices of European women throughout history and the ideologies that Western society has projected concerning women. Examines the following issues thematically -- women and sexuality; women and the public sphere (work, religion, politics); women and revolution; women and the struggle for rights; and women in the twentieth century.

HIST 322 Film and History: Joan of Arc. 3 hours.
Examination of the relationship between film and history. Topics vary, but a recent offering was Joan of Arc. Looks specifically at historical periods and then draws comparisons with representative films. How are these films accurate or inaccurate? In what ways are interpretations of historical periods or individuals shaped by the camera lens? Can be taken multiple times as long as topics vary.

HIST 330 The American Civil War. 3 hours.
The causes, nature and consequences of the Civil War; emphasis placed on political and social interpretations of the war as well as its military events. Offered occasionally.

HIST 334 Russia and the Eurasian Republics. 3 hours.
A study of the historic legacy of the multi-ethnic Russian state and the Eurasian republics. Emphasis on the resurgence of ethnicity and national identity, revival of religion and the emergence of new socio-political groups. Offered fall semester.

HIST 344 Modern Africa: Continuity and Change. 3 hours.
A broad introductory survey of African developments from human origins to the present, with an emphasis on the events, themes and developments most directly related to the emergence of modern Africa. Offered fall semester. Same as PLSC 344.

HIST 346 History of Modern China. 3 hours.
An in-depth study of contemporary Chinese culture and history, with an examination of revolutionary movements and modernization. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years.

HIST 347 History of Modern Japan. 3 hours.
An in-depth study of contemporary Japanese history and culture examining the Meiji Restoration, Japanese expansion and interaction in Asia, World War II and the challenges faced by Japan after World War II. Offered fall semester of even numbered years.

HIST 360 Islam and Politics in the Modern Middle East. 3 hours.
Study of the historical development of modern political Islam from the nineteenth century to the present. Topics include Islamic sectarianism, religious minorities and the state in the Middle East and debate on the compatibility of Islam and liberal democracy. Offered spring semester of even numbered years. Same as PLSC 360.

HIST 375 Arab-Israeli Conflict. 3 hours.
An in-depth examination of the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict, tracing its historical, political, cultural and religious roots; the course also uses the Arab-Israeli conflict to address broad issues of international conflict and conflict resolution. Offered fall of even numbered years. Same as PLSC 375.

HIST 382 History of Witch-hunts and Persecution. 3 hours.
This course examines the history of witch-hunts throughout history. It examines specifically the witch-hunts of early modern Europe with emphases placed on the way in which fear of witches was constructed and the social, legal, & political contexts of the period. Student research draws comparisons with other persecuted peoples such as Communists, Japanese-Americans, & African-Americans.

HIST 385 Third World Conflicts. 3 hours.
A study of the Cold War conflicts with an emphasis on the role of developing countries; an analysis of specific Cold War controversies, particularly those that took place in the Third World; an examination of ideological, cultural and socio-historical aspects of the Cold War. Offered spring semester. Same as PLSC 385.

HIST 290, 390, 490 Selected Topics. 1-3 hours each.

HIST 493 Senior Seminar: Historiography. 3 hours.
Capstone course for majors. Topics include philosophy of history, history of history, research and methodology. Offered fall semester.

HIST 291, 292, 391, 392, 491, 492 Research.

Political Science:

PLSC 101 Government and Politics in the United States. 3 hours.
Introduction to the theories, functions, and government structures of the U.S. political system. Emphasis on national politics, including current issues in domestic and foreign policy. Offered every semester (Meets Political Science and Economics).

PLSC 151 Introduction to Comparative Politics. 3 hours.
Introduction to the comparison of different political systems; examination of liberal democratic societies, communist and postcommunist systems and developing nations with case studies from each category. Offered every semester.

PLSC 232 Media, Polls and Politics. 3 hours.
An examination of media, public opinion and democratic theory, how opinion is shaped through political socialization and the effects of media and opinion on political behavior. Offered fall semester of even numbered years. Same as COMM 232.

PLSC 252 Introduction to International Relations. 3 hours.
A study of the historical background and contemporary organization of the international political system and the world economy. Offered fall semester.

PLSC 275 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences. 3 hours.
An introduction to the basic design methodologies and statistical techniques used in behavioral sciences; topics included are mixed and correlational designs, analysis of variance and data collection procedures. Prerequisite: PLSC 101, PSYC 101, CRIM 102 or SOCI 101, or permission of instructor. Same as COMM 275, CRIM 275, PSYC 275 and SOCI 275. Offered every semester.

PLSC 283 American Social and Political Thought. 3 hours.
Study of major currents of social and political thought and their impact on American culture and political institutions. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years. Same as HIST 283.

PLSC 300 Midwest Model United Nations. 1 hour.
In-depth role playing that leads to an understanding of the United Nations, the relationships among countries and methods of resolving conflict; preparation for the annual MMUN simulation in St. Louis. Course may be repeated for credit. Offered every semester.

PLSC 302 U.S. Foreign Policy. 3 hours.
Examination of 20th century foreign policy, with earlier events studied in light of their contributions to policies and practices of the later period. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years. Same as HIST 302.

PLSC 309 Global Environmental Politics. 3 hours.
Examination of the politics of environmental issues, including air and water pollution, hazardous waste, solid waste disposal, ozone depletion, global warming and alternative energy systems; emphasis on political interactions within and across nation-states in dealing with environmental problems. Offered spring semester. Same as ENVR 309.

PLSC 315 Environmental Laws and Regulations. 3 hours.
An introduction to hazardous waste regulations, solid waste management programs, the Clean Air Act, OSHA regulations, the Clean Water Act, environmental audits, remediation technology and issues relating to the impact of environmental laws on society. Prerequisite: ENVR 312, Principles of Environmental Biology. Offered spring semester of odd numbered years. Same as ENVR 315.

PLSC 332 Political Parties, Elections and Interest Groups. 3 hours.
Examination of political parties, elections and electoral behavior and interest groups within the American setting. Offered spring of odd numbered years.

PLSC 333 Congress and the Presidency. 3 hours.
Examination of the structures and roles of legislative and executive institutions with primary focus on the politics of policy making; topics include theories of representation, institutional organization, leadership styles and interest group influence. Offered fall semester of even numbered years.

PLSC 335 Constitutional Law. 3 hours.
A study of judicial processes and decisions; particular emphasis on major Supreme Court decisions that have shaped legal thought and altered the social fabric of American society. Offered spring semester of odd numbered years.

PLSC 336 Public Policy and the Federal System. 3 hours.
Examination of policy administration and implementation with special emphasis on the interactions of national, state and local governments; comparison of the U.S. with other western nations in selected policy areas. Offered fall of odd numbered years.

PLSC 341 Homosexuality and Civil Liberties. 3 hours.
Examination of the rise of the gay and lesbian movement and the challenges of achieving civil liberties and civil rights in dominantly heterosexual western and non-western societies. Offered spring semester of even numbered years. Same as SOCI 341.

PLSC 344 Modern Africa: Continuity and Change. 3 hours.
A broad introductory survey of African developments from human origins to the present, with an emphasis on the events, themes and developments most directly related to the emergence of modern Africa. Offered fall semester. Same as HIST 344.

PLSC 352 International Political Economy. 3 hours.
Examination of the historical development of the world economy; trade, finance and production within the world economy; and issues of environmental sustainability and social justice with regard to the world economy's current organization. Offered spring semester of odd numbered years.

PLSC 354 Politics of Modern Cultures. 3 hours.
Examination of political and popular culture and its impact on democratic societies in the late twentieth century. Detailed discussions of the political cultures of North America, western Europe and other political systems. Offered fall semester of odd numbered years.

PLSC 360 Islam and Politics in the Modern Middle East. 3 hours.
Study of the historical development of modern political Islam from the nineteenth century to the present. Topics include Islamic sectarianism, religious minorities and the state in the Middle East and debate on the compatibility of Islam and liberal roots; the course also uses the Arab-Israeli conflict to address broader issues of international conflict and conflict resolution. Offered fall semesters of even numbered year. Same as HIST 375.

PLSC 362 Rhetorical Criticism. 3 hours.
Critical analysis and evaluation of public symbolic persuasion. Attention is given to the logical, aesthetic and political components and consequences of rhetorical activity in influencing belief, affecting social change and crafting cultural identities. Same as COMM 362.

PLSC 365 Egypt and the Third World. 3 hours.
Examination of Egypt as a case study to illuminate common issues and themes among developing countries and to explore the diversity of historical experiences, political systems, economic realities and social/cultural values in the Third World. Offered spring semester of odd numbered years.

PLSC 370 Women and Politics. 3 hours.
A study of the role of women as political actors, policy issues affecting women and the role of gender in shaping political attitudes and perceptions; a comparative perspective of women's status in western and non-western societies. Offered spring semester of even numbered years. Same as WMST 370.

PLSC 375 Arab-Israeli Conflict. 3 hours.
An in-depth examination of the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict, tracing its historical, political, cultural and religious democracy. Offered spring semester of even numbered years. Same as HIST 360.

PLSC 380 Western Political Thought. 3 hours.
Examination of political ideas representative of selected periods and political philosophies from the ancient world to modern times. Offered fall semester of even numbered years.

PLSC 385 Third World Conflicts. 3 hours.
A study of the Cold War conflicts with an emphasis on the role of developing countries; an analysis of specific Cold War controversies, particularly those that took place in the Third World; an examination of ideological, cultural and socio-historical aspects of the Cold War. Offered spring semester. Same as HIST 385.

PLSC 493 Senior Seminar. 3 hours.
Capstone course for majors. Examination of research methods in political science, including computer applications. Offered fall semester.

PLSC 290, 390, 490 Selected Topics. 1-3 hours each.

PLSC 291, 292, 391, 392, 491, 492 Research.

PLSC 397, 398, 497, 498 Internship.

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