32 courses with the subject HIS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
A survey course studying ancient and medieval Western civilization to 1660 with an emphasis on political, religious, and cultural history.
A survey course studying early modern and modern Western civilization from 1660 to the present, with an emphasis on political, religious, and cultural history.
This course surveys Western history through art, architecture, and music from ancient times to the Renaissance; art is studied by historical era in its philosophical, political, and cultural context. Normally only offered in conjunction with an educational partner Special Programs ― 2026-2027 133
This course surveys Western history through art, architecture, and music from the Baroque era to the present; art is studied by historical era in its philosophical, political, and cultural context. Normally only offered in conjunction with an educational partner for dual enrolled high school students.
The course covers the history of moral and philosophical principles underlying politics and economics as well as the history of Western political philosophy from Plato through the Enlightenment. The course examines the ancient biblical and Greco-Roman foundations for the U.S. Constitution and the medieval and Enlightenment context of American government through the British legal tradition. Normally only offered in conjunction with an educational partner for dual enrolled high school students. Cross- listed with PSGS 215
The course covers the history of moral and philosophical principles underlying the history of Western political philosophy from the Enlightenment through Hayek. The types of Government, the value of the U.S. Constitution, the structure of American national government as originally established and as currently operating, basic principles of economics; the structures of free enterprise, mercantilist, and Marxist-influenced economic systems; the results of various economic and social actions will all be considered. Normally only offered in conjunction with an educational partner for dual enrolled high school students. Cross-listed with PSGS 216
HIS 221-222 History of the United States I & II 6 hours HIS 492 Senior Seminar in History 3 hours HIS - U.S. History electives (300/400 level) 6 hours * History majors must choose HIS 111 Western Civilization I in the core curriculum. Programmatic Goals – History – Secondary Licensure 1. Licensure candidates will demonstrate thorough knowledge of History content necessary to teach. 2. Licensure candidates will implement effective, subject specific instructional methods, demonstrating an understanding of development and needs of students of various ages. 3. Licensure candidates will demonstrate knowledge of historical and philosophical foundations of education and navigate contemporary issues in the light of both foundations and a biblical worldview. 4. Licensure candidates will show evidence of becoming reflective practitioners who effectively assess and influence student outcomes. 5. Licensure candidates will foster healthy relationships with colleagues, parents, and the larger community to support students learning and well-being. Academic Information - Residential Undergraduate ― 2026-2027 123
Requirements for a Minor in Politics and Government Eighteen hours are required for a minor in Politics and Government:
A survey course that focuses on the political, military, social, economic, and religious history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present.
First semester 3 hours A study of economic, political, religious, and social trends in European society from 1350-1815. Offered on demand.
Second semester 3 hours A study of economic, political, religious, and social trends in European society from 1815 through 1960. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours This course explores the political, social, economic, and cultural history of England from its Roman occupation to the present day. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours This course will focus exclusively on the Cold War from its origins in the early twentieth century to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the dismemberment of the Soviet Union. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours A description and analysis of the history of modern Vietnam and its interaction with the outside world. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours A broad overview of the history of American religion with particular emphasis on various individuals and denominations related to the topic. Can be used as an historical theology elective. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours This course is a reading and discussion course designed to delve into the issue of the history of free market thought and its application. Offered on demand.
Second semester 3 hours The social, cultural, political, and religious development of Europe from the decline of Rome to the close of the fifteenth century. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours Political, cultural, social, and economic history of the period of Protestant and Catholic reformations. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours This course comprises a wide historical discussion, exploring the social, political, and religious factors of specifically non- Western cultures. Offered on demand. 164
Either semester 3 hours This course will unravel the tensions and contradictions inherent in the historical imagination in order to reflect on more fundamentally theoretical issues related to cultural representations of the past (such as novels, artwork, and films) and its relation to academic history. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours An in-depth analysis of the people, trends, events, and ideas impacting the U.S. in the twentieth century. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours This course leads students into a deeper consideration of the underlying philosophical and ethical frameworks that drive political ideologies and behaviors, from the Puritan era to the present day. Students will develop the ability to read, write, research, and speak intelligently about the American political tradition. The authority of the Bible will be assumed in this class and utilized as both an interpretive norm and conceptual foil in analyzing diverse political ideologies. Cross-listed with PSGS 342. Offered on demand.
Either semester 3 hours A thorough study of the causes, conduct, and results of the American Civil War. Offered on demand.
First semester 3 hours This course explores the historical developments of the Christian faith with an emphasis on key movements, moments, figures, and shifts that have continuing implications for the church today. Special attention is paid to the emergence and formation of diverse Christian traditions. Cross-listed with CT 345. Offered alternate years.
First semester 3 hours A survey of various diplomatic, political, military, technological, theological, and social institutions and perspectives that have influenced Chinese history.
First semester 3 hours An analysis of the development of the Constitution and a case study of how the American Constitution has been interpreted by the Supreme Court. Offered alternate years.
PHIL 316 Logic & Critical Thinking 3 hours PSGS 475 Internship (3) OR PSGS 221 Origins & Basis for Government 3 hours PSGS 495 Senior Seminar (3)
Second semester 3 hours Describes and analyzes American military history since the colonial era to include key military activities, institutions, and policy. Specifically covers civil-military relations, the place of military options within the spectrum of political action, and the nature and conduct of war.
Second semester 3 hours An analysis and description of World War II. Explores the military, diplomatic, political, technological, and social elements which influenced the war and its outcomes.
Either semester 3 hours This course is designed to give history majors an opportunity to gain supplemental teaching and mentoring skills in an applied setting by working with a history professor inside and outside the classroom. Responsibilities would include, but are not be limited to, leading study groups for tests and quizzes, facilitating small group work in and out of the classroom, and recording of grades, and other duties as assigned by the instructor. Approval of instructor required. Prerequisite: HIS 220.
Either semester 1-3 hours The History Internship is an elective opportunity that should be viewed as an enhancing and enriching experience. One that will assist the student in determining a career vocation following college. The internship is selected by the student in consultation with the History professors; the day-to-day supervision for this applied learning experience is on-site, with departmental supervisory assistance rendered as needed. Requires 50 clock hours for each credit. Prerequisite: HIS 220 and approval of instructor.
Second semester 3 hours A research and writing course for seniors which emphasizes scholarly methods of historical research and writing, which, in the end, results in the production of a senior thesis. Prerequisite: Acceptance by history department faculty as history major and HIS 220.
Source: Bryan College-Dayton's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
