Course Descriptions
HIS 1400 - World Civilization I (3)
A course of study from ancient times to the 1500s dealing with persistent and recurring political, social, and economic issues in history that thinking people have examined and that have shaped our contemporary world. This course covers Western and non-Western cultures.
HIS 1450 - World Civilization II (3)
A course of study from the 1500s to the present dealing with persistent and recurring political, social, and economic issues in history that thinking people have examined and that have shaped our contemporary world. This course covers Western and non-Western cultures.
HIS 2010 - United States History Survey I (3)
Survey of United States' social, political, economic, and military development to 1877.
HIS 2020 - United States History Survey II (3)
Survey of United States' social, political, economic, and military development from 1877 to the present.
HIS 2200 - European History Survey I (3)
A survey of the political, economic, intellectual and social developments in the Mediterranean Basin and Western Europe from ancient civilizations until 1650.
HIS 2300 - European History Survey II (3)
Covers European history from 1650 until 1914. It traces the development of nation states with respect to the social, political, intellectual, and economic revolutions of Europe.
HIS 3120 - Revolutionary War (3)
A study in the social, political, and economic causes and consequences of the American Revolution and the conflict's impact on the formation and development of the country from the French and Indian War to the Constitution's ratification.
HIS 3130 - Civil War and Reconstruction (3)
A study of Civil War's social, political, economic, and military aspects from the Ante-bellum era to Reconstruction.
HIS 3140 - The United States in World War II (3)
A study of the United States during the World War II era that includes the conflict's origins and aftermath, as well as its social, political, military, and economic impact.
HIS 3170 - Latin American History (3)
A survey of the development of the Central and South American nations, from settlement to the present day.
HIS 3180 - Living History Seminar (2-4)
In-depth travel seminars to selected sites of historical significance in the U.S. and Europe.
HIS 3200 - Twentieth Century Europe (3)
Focuses on European political, diplomatic, and social trends from World War I until the present.
HIS 3210 - Middle Tennessee History Seminar (3)
In-depth travel seminar involving the study of Middle Tennessee history.
HIS 3220 - East Tennessee History Seminar (3)
In-depth travel seminar involving the study of East Tennessee history.
HIS 3250 - Modern British History (3)
A survey of the British Isles, emphasizing the growth of British democracy and its influence in the American system.
HIS 3260 - History of Asia (3)
Examines the political, social and economic development of Russia and the Far Eastern nations.
HIS 3400 - History of Russia (3)
A survey of the political, religious, and cultural changes in Russia from the tenth century through the present.
HIS 3500 - Revolutions and Reformations (3)
Explores the major events of European history between the years 1450 and 1700, including the Catholic Reformation and protestant reformations and political revolutions in England, France, the Netherlands, and the Holy Roman Empire. The course is designed to trace the development of early modern European civilization and its profound religious and political influence upon the subsequent development of the modern world.
HIS 3900 - Special Topics in European History (3)
Explores a variety of particular topics in European history as designated by the professor.
HIS 4200 - Historical Resesarch (3)
Concentrates on the process of historical research with particular attention to research methodology and preparation of a research paper.
HIS 433R - Readings in History (1-3)
Great historical writings, adapted to the student's needs and interests.
HIS 4330 - Directed Study in History (1-3)
Independent projects under faculty direction in areas of special interest to students.
HIS 4700 - Senior Seminar (1)
A culminating seminar for History, History/Political Science and Social Science majors. This course will involve research and writing in the major area and an exit examination with members of the major department faculty.
POL 2000 - Introduction to Political Science (3)
The basic theory, vocabulary, and methods of analysis in the study of politics.
POL 2020 - American Political Institutions (3)
The origins and development of political institutions in America.
POL 3000 - International Relations (3)
Examines the basic factors of contemporary world politics; the state system, ideologies, nationalism, imperialism, and nongovernmental organizations.
POL 3010 - Contemporary Political Thought (3)
Analyzes major theorists and schools of modern political thought including current ideologies.
POL 3020 - American Constitutional Law (3)
An introduction to major issues in constitutional development, particularly in the areas of civil rights and personal freedoms.
POL 3030 - Introduction to Legal Studies (3)
Designed to provide and introduction to the concept of legal education, to the requirements and procedures for entry into graduate law school, and to cover some of the standard legal terminology and concepts utilized in the American system. The class uses the seminar format, and sample LSAT tests will be used as preparation for application to law school.
POL 3040 - State and Local Government (3)
Designed to introduce the student to the historical development of principles and practices of modern government systems at the state and local levels. The classroom experience will be supplemented by visits to state and local government meetings.
POL 3050 - Federal Seminar (3)
A week-long seminar in Washington, D.C., involving participants in lectures, group sessions ,and visits to various government agencies.
POL 3060, 3061, 3062 - TISL Practicum (1),(1),(1)
A supervised experience with the annual Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature. The student participates in a four-day mock assembly, with lead up and follow-up activities, featuring the interchange of ideas on current political issues.
POL 3070 - Law and Public Policy (3)
A course designed to introduce the actors and processes involved in the formulation of public policy at all levels of government. The focus is on developing a Christian perspective on policy development and the tools with which to analyze and influence policy as a responsible citizen.
POL 4000 - Tennessee Legislative Internship (8)
A practicum experience with the Tennessee General Assembly, directed by that body, providing direct experience as an administrative aide to an Assembly member in session.
POL 4100 - Political Science Project (4)
An optional research project which may be taken for extra credit in conjunction with the Tennessee Legislative Internship.
POL 4330 - Directed Study in Political Science (1-3)
Independent projects under faculty supervision.
POL 4510 - Career Internship in Political Science (1-3)
Supervised field work in the office of an attorney or a legislator or other public service agency which deals with political life. The purpose is to give first-hand experience with the work of such professionals. Credit is commensurate with time spent on the job.
A course of study from ancient times to the 1500s dealing with persistent and recurring political, social, and economic issues in history that thinking people have examined and that have shaped our contemporary world. This course covers Western and non-Western cultures.
HIS 1450 - World Civilization II (3)
A course of study from the 1500s to the present dealing with persistent and recurring political, social, and economic issues in history that thinking people have examined and that have shaped our contemporary world. This course covers Western and non-Western cultures.
HIS 2010 - United States History Survey I (3)
Survey of United States' social, political, economic, and military development to 1877.
HIS 2020 - United States History Survey II (3)
Survey of United States' social, political, economic, and military development from 1877 to the present.
HIS 2200 - European History Survey I (3)
A survey of the political, economic, intellectual and social developments in the Mediterranean Basin and Western Europe from ancient civilizations until 1650.
HIS 2300 - European History Survey II (3)
Covers European history from 1650 until 1914. It traces the development of nation states with respect to the social, political, intellectual, and economic revolutions of Europe.
HIS 3120 - Revolutionary War (3)
A study in the social, political, and economic causes and consequences of the American Revolution and the conflict's impact on the formation and development of the country from the French and Indian War to the Constitution's ratification.
HIS 3130 - Civil War and Reconstruction (3)
A study of Civil War's social, political, economic, and military aspects from the Ante-bellum era to Reconstruction.
HIS 3140 - The United States in World War II (3)
A study of the United States during the World War II era that includes the conflict's origins and aftermath, as well as its social, political, military, and economic impact.
HIS 3170 - Latin American History (3)
A survey of the development of the Central and South American nations, from settlement to the present day.
HIS 3180 - Living History Seminar (2-4)
In-depth travel seminars to selected sites of historical significance in the U.S. and Europe.
HIS 3200 - Twentieth Century Europe (3)
Focuses on European political, diplomatic, and social trends from World War I until the present.
HIS 3210 - Middle Tennessee History Seminar (3)
In-depth travel seminar involving the study of Middle Tennessee history.
HIS 3220 - East Tennessee History Seminar (3)
In-depth travel seminar involving the study of East Tennessee history.
HIS 3250 - Modern British History (3)
A survey of the British Isles, emphasizing the growth of British democracy and its influence in the American system.
HIS 3260 - History of Asia (3)
Examines the political, social and economic development of Russia and the Far Eastern nations.
HIS 3400 - History of Russia (3)
A survey of the political, religious, and cultural changes in Russia from the tenth century through the present.
HIS 3500 - Revolutions and Reformations (3)
Explores the major events of European history between the years 1450 and 1700, including the Catholic Reformation and protestant reformations and political revolutions in England, France, the Netherlands, and the Holy Roman Empire. The course is designed to trace the development of early modern European civilization and its profound religious and political influence upon the subsequent development of the modern world.
HIS 3900 - Special Topics in European History (3)
Explores a variety of particular topics in European history as designated by the professor.
HIS 4200 - Historical Resesarch (3)
Concentrates on the process of historical research with particular attention to research methodology and preparation of a research paper.
HIS 433R - Readings in History (1-3)
Great historical writings, adapted to the student's needs and interests.
HIS 4330 - Directed Study in History (1-3)
Independent projects under faculty direction in areas of special interest to students.
HIS 4700 - Senior Seminar (1)
A culminating seminar for History, History/Political Science and Social Science majors. This course will involve research and writing in the major area and an exit examination with members of the major department faculty.
POL 2000 - Introduction to Political Science (3)
The basic theory, vocabulary, and methods of analysis in the study of politics.
POL 2020 - American Political Institutions (3)
The origins and development of political institutions in America.
POL 3000 - International Relations (3)
Examines the basic factors of contemporary world politics; the state system, ideologies, nationalism, imperialism, and nongovernmental organizations.
POL 3010 - Contemporary Political Thought (3)
Analyzes major theorists and schools of modern political thought including current ideologies.
POL 3020 - American Constitutional Law (3)
An introduction to major issues in constitutional development, particularly in the areas of civil rights and personal freedoms.
POL 3030 - Introduction to Legal Studies (3)
Designed to provide and introduction to the concept of legal education, to the requirements and procedures for entry into graduate law school, and to cover some of the standard legal terminology and concepts utilized in the American system. The class uses the seminar format, and sample LSAT tests will be used as preparation for application to law school.
POL 3040 - State and Local Government (3)
Designed to introduce the student to the historical development of principles and practices of modern government systems at the state and local levels. The classroom experience will be supplemented by visits to state and local government meetings.
POL 3050 - Federal Seminar (3)
A week-long seminar in Washington, D.C., involving participants in lectures, group sessions ,and visits to various government agencies.
POL 3060, 3061, 3062 - TISL Practicum (1),(1),(1)
A supervised experience with the annual Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature. The student participates in a four-day mock assembly, with lead up and follow-up activities, featuring the interchange of ideas on current political issues.
POL 3070 - Law and Public Policy (3)
A course designed to introduce the actors and processes involved in the formulation of public policy at all levels of government. The focus is on developing a Christian perspective on policy development and the tools with which to analyze and influence policy as a responsible citizen.
POL 4000 - Tennessee Legislative Internship (8)
A practicum experience with the Tennessee General Assembly, directed by that body, providing direct experience as an administrative aide to an Assembly member in session.
POL 4100 - Political Science Project (4)
An optional research project which may be taken for extra credit in conjunction with the Tennessee Legislative Internship.
POL 4330 - Directed Study in Political Science (1-3)
Independent projects under faculty supervision.
POL 4510 - Career Internship in Political Science (1-3)
Supervised field work in the office of an attorney or a legislator or other public service agency which deals with political life. The purpose is to give first-hand experience with the work of such professionals. Credit is commensurate with time spent on the job.