History
HIST F100X Modern World History (s)
3 Credits
Significant aspects of modern world history, using either a chronological or an issues approach to be announced when offered. The chronological approach will examine major global developments in the twentieth century, while the issues approach will deal with such aspects of the modern world as revolutionary change, the interaction of peoples, ideology and the historical background of significant contemporary events. Also available via Independent Learning. Prerequisites: Placement in ENGL F111X or higher; or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F101 Western Civilization (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall
Origins and major political, economic, social and intellectual developments of western civilization to 1500. Also available via Independent Learning. (3+0)
HIST F102 Western Civilization (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring
Major political, economic, social and intellectual developments of western civilization since 1500. Also available via Independent Learning. (3+0)
HIST F103 History of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta (s)
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
The region's history beginning with oral traditions about the creation of the area, and ending with passage of the Alaska Native Land Claims Act in 1971. Concentrates on Yup'ik social, economic and educational changes, including both native and non native accounts. Offered only at the Kuskokwim Campus. (3+0)
HIST F105 Introduction to the History and Culture of the Seward Peninsula
1 Credit Offered As Demand Warrants
Cultural history of the Seward Peninsula peoples for the last 10,000 years using physical anthropology, ethnography, ethnohistory, linguistics, archaeology, social anthropology, ecology and climatology. Eskimo and Euro-American cultures which have existed in western Alaska. (Cross-listed with ANTH F105.) (1+0)
HIST F110 History of Alaska Natives (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall
The history of Alaska Natives from contact to the signing of the Land Claims Settlement Act. (Cross-listed with ANS F111.) (3+0)
HIST F115 Alaska, Land and Its People (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
A survey of Alaska from earliest days to present, its peoples, problems and prospects. (3+0)
HIST F121 East Asian Civilization (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
Origin and development of the civilizations of China, Japan and Korea from the beginning to 1800, with emphasis on traditional social, political and cultural institutions. (3+0)
HIST F122 East Asian Civilization (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Odd-numbered Years
East Asia from 1800 to the present with emphasis on patterns of social cohesion, transition and revolutionary change. (3+0)
HIST F131 History of the U.S. (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall
Fall semester: The discovery of America to 1865. Colonial period, revolution, formation of the constitution, western expansion, Civil War. Spring semester: From the reconstruction to the present. Also available via Independent Learning. (3+0)
HIST F132 History of the U.S. (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring
Fall semester: The discovery of America to 1865. Colonial period, revolution, formation of the constitution, western expansion, Civil War. Spring semester: From the reconstruction to the present. Also available via Independent Learning. (3+0)
HIST F202 History of Women in America (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
A chronological approach to the history of women in America. Introduction to major issues of concern to historians of women, as well as different approaches utilized in analysis of women's past; consideration of multiracial backgrounds of American women. (Cross-listed with WMS F202.) (3+0)
HIST F244 Movies: Mirror of the World (s)
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
World history using the medium of film to highlight cultural, economic and political conditions of each country. Films will be from the USA, Mexico, Central America, South America, England, France, Russia, Turkey, India, China, Japan, Australia, Africa and the Arctic. (3+0)
HIST F250 Alaska History for Local Historians
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
Techniques of regional and local historical research using exploration accounts, oral history, education reports, census studies, newspapers, etc. Final project of original research required. This local history course is currently available with emphasis on the Bering Strait, Bristol Bay and Aleutian/Pribilof regions. (3+0)
HIST F275 Perspectives on History
3 Credits Offered Fall
An introduction to the variety of historical approaches and to the "uses" of history. (Course is required for history majors and should be taken soon after declaring a History major as possible; non-majors are strongly discouraged from taking this course.) (3+0)
HIST F305 Europe: 1789 - 1850 (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
The French Revolution, Napoleon, the Industrial Revolution, the Revolutions of 1848, their impact on political, economic, social and intellectual history. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F306 Europe: 1850 - 1900 (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Odd-numbered Years
The European Imperium: industrialization, nationalism, imperialism and their impact on political, economic, social and intellectual history. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F315 Europe: 1900 - 1945 (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
Europe through two world wars, the Russian Revolutions the depression, the development of fascism, the evolution of Russian communism. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F316 Europe Since 1945 (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
Germany and problems of the peace, the Soviet Union and the satellites, the Cold War, economic problems and recovery, European integration and the common market, Europe and the world. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F325 The History of Sexuality (s)
3 Credits Offered Summer
The history of sexuality from a worldwide comparative perspective. We will consider theories and debates about the history of sexuality, and then focus on the history of sexuality in selected times and places, with an emphasis on the modern period. Recommended: HIST F100X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with WMS F325.) (3+0)
HIST F329 History of the Middle East (s)
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
General survey of the Middle East from the rise of Islam to contemporary conditions. Includes classical Islam, the decline of the Ottoman Empire, modernization, European colonial influences, the Arab-Israeli conflict, political movements within the Islamic world, the position of women in Middle Eastern societies, petroleum politics and explorations of Middle Eastern culture. Recommended: HIST F100X. (3+0)
HIST F330 Modern China (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
From 1800 to the present: resistance to change, rebellion, reform, revolution and the rise of the People's Republic. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F331 Modern Japan (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
From 1600 to the present: change within tradition, rise to world power and the position of Japan in the modern world. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F333 Foundations of Japanese History (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
The history of Japan from earliest times to 1600: the aristocratic culture of classical Japan, the rise of the samurai in medieval Japan, the "warring states" period and national unification. Myths, religion and philosophy, and culture, arts and literature will also be covered from a historical point of view. Prerequisites: HIST F100X; ENGL F211X or ENGL 213X; or permission of instructor. Recommended: HIST F121. (3+0)
HIST F361 Early American History (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
An advanced survey that examines economic, political and social developments related to the establishment of European colonies, Indian-white relations, slavery, American Revolution, constitutional debate and the Early Republic through the War of 1812. Prerequisites: HIST F131; sophomore standing. (3+0)
HIST F362 History of the United States 1815 - 1877 (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Odd-numbered Years
An advanced survey that examines economic, political and social developments related to Jacksonian America, western expansion, slavery and sectionalism, the Civil War and reconstruction to 1877. Prerequisites: HIST F131; sophomore standing. (3+0)
HIST F363 History of the United States 1877 - 1945 (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
An advanced survey that examines economic, political, and social developments related to Gilded Age America, progressive reform efforts, colonialism and the United States during two world wars. Prerequisites: HIST F132; sophomore standing. (3+0)
HIST F364 History of the United States 1945 to Present (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Odd-numbered Years
An advanced survey course that examines economic, political and social developments related to the Cold War, Civil Rights movement, rise of a counter-culture, Vietnam war and its legacy, and America after the fall of Soviet Union. Prerequisites: HIST F132; sophomore standing. (3+0)
HIST F368 Topics in American Film History (s)
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
An in-depth study of American film and how it shapes and warps popular perceptions of America's past. A historical contrast according to Hollywood with the views and interpretations of historians. Content will vary depending on the specific genre or period of focus, such as World War II, the Vietnam War, the Great Depression, the Cold War and development of the west, etc. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisites: ENGL F111X, junior standing or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with JRN F368.) (3+0)
HIST F401 Renaissance and Reformation Europe (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
Political, economic and intellectual developments during the 15th and 16th centuries in Europe. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F402 Seventeenth and Eighteenth Century Europe (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
Political, social, economic, and cultural developments during the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F404 Modern Scandinavia (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
Scandinavia (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden) from the 19th century to the present: the development of parliamentary democracy and welfare systems, cooperation and neutrality, and Scandinavia's experience in the world wars. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F405 Modern Germany (s)
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
The history of Germany from 1848 to the present. Topics include German unification under Prussian leadership; the nature and problems of the Bismarckian Reich; the outbreak of World War I and the war's impact on Germany; the rise and fall of the Weimar Republic and the Third Reich; World War II and Germany's defeat; and the postwar division, reconstruction, and reunification of Germany. Special attention given to social developments in Germany. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F411 Environmental History (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
Discussion of significant works of environmental history. Cultural history of the landscape in world civilization with emphasis on Western Europe and North America. Discussion of interdisciplinary approaches to the history of the environment and cooperative work across disciplines. Prerequisites: HIST F100X; HIST F275 or permission of instructor; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X. Recommended: An introductory biology course. (Stacked with NORS F611.) (3+0)
HIST F414 Women and Gender in East Asian History (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
An in-depth seminar on the history of East Asia, with a special emphasis on the experiences of women and on the issue of gender. This seminar will focus on the modern period, and on China and Japan especially, though other regions of East Asia may also be considered. Prerequisites: HIST F100X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X or permission of instructor. Recommended: HIST F122 and/or HIST F275. (3+0)
HIST F415 Seminar in World History (s)
3 Credits
Undergraduate seminar addressing issues relating to teaching world history. Actual topics will vary to reflect recent developments in published historical literature but will include the histories of food supply, population growth, sustainability, consumerism, technology, religion, social groups, milestones of civilization and culture, and environmental history. Topics will be explored to spark discussion of issues in world history including research themes, pedagogic challenges and textual criticism. Especially intended as enrichment course for students planning careers in social science education. Prerequisites: ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F100X; HIST F275 or permission of instructor; ECON F100X or PS F100X. (3+0)
HIST F424 Topics in Women's History (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
An in-depth seminar on a specific topic of current interest. Topics may change and may cover the history of European or American women from the 18th century to the present. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with WMS F424.) (3+0)
HIST F434 Topics in History (s)
3 Credits Offered As Demand Warrants
An in-depth seminar on various topics in History. Approach will vary depending on the subject of the study, but will emphasize reading, critical analysis and writing on a major issue in history. Content will vary to take advantage of different directions in history, such as cultural, intellectual or economic history. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisites: HIST F275; or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F442 History of the American Military (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall
The military's place in American life and society from the Colonial era to the present. Role of the military institution in shaping the nature of American society while reflecting the character of the society it serves. Also available via Independent Learning. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with MILS F442.) (3+0)
HIST F445 History of the American West (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
Seminar with emphasis on readings and analysis of primary and secondary sources dealing with the American West to present. Major themes include historiography, expansion, the Federal government, environment, ethnicity and economic development. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F446 American Indian History (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Odd-numbered Years
Seminar with emphasis on readings and analysis of primary and secondary resources related to American Indians from the pre-contact era to present. Major themes include historiography, inter-cultural relations, subsistence and environment, federal policy and contemporary issues. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F451 History of U.S. Foreign Policy (s)
3 Credits Available via Independent Learning only.
Evolution of U.S. foreign policy with emphasis on post-World War II period and emergence of a bipolar distribution of power. Includes discussion of the Vietnam War, American policy in the Middle East and the foreign policy views of the Kennedy, Nixon, Carter and Reagan administrations. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F455 Military History (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
Warfare from classical times to the present: the interrelationships of warfare and society, the role of technology and the development of tactics and strategy. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F461W History of Alaska (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall
Alaska from prehistoric times to the present, including major themes such as Native Alaska, colonial and military Alaska, statehood, Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 and the Alaska National Interest Lands Act of 1980. Also available via Independent Learning. Prerequisites: ENGL F111X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F275; or permission of instructor. (Stacked with HIST F662; NORS F661.) (3+0)
HIST F463 Foundations of Russian History (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
The foundations of Russian society and the modern Russian state from the earliest recorded events through the early 19th century. Topics include the Scythians and Khazars, the rise of the Kievan state, Mongol domination of Russia, the rise of Muscovy, the creation of the Russian Empire under the Romanov dynasty, ethnic and social diversity, the impact of the Napoleonic invasion and the influence of western European ideas in Russia. Prerequisites: HIST F275; or permission of instructor. Recommended: HIST F102. (Stacked with HIST F663; NORS F663.) (3+0)
HIST F464 Modern Russia (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Even-numbered Years
Russia from the early 19th century to the present. Themes include politics, culture and society in the Russian Empire, the Russian Revolution, the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (Stacked with HIST F664; NORS F664.) (3+0)
HIST F467W Political Development in Latin America and the Caribbean (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall Odd-numbered Years
Exploration of major issues and concepts in the development and governances of modern Latin America and the Caribbean region, including the legacies of colonialism, revolution, military rule, economic challenges and the quest for democratic stability. Includes a historical overview of the region and cases drawn from the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Prerequisites: ENGL F111X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F275; or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with PS F467.) (3+0)
HIST F475W Historiography (s)
3 Credits Offered Fall
Seminar discussions and lectures introduce philosophical approaches to history. Examines various methodological approaches to historical inquiry. Includes the nature of historical evidence, questioning of the role of truth and objectivity in history, an examination of the role of the historian in interpreting historical evidence, and different interpretations of historical events and actions. Designed for history majors and minors, and graduate students seeking to conduct historical research. Prerequisites: ENGL F111X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F275; history major with senior standing; or permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F476W,O Senior Thesis (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring
Preparation and writing of a senior thesis using primary research materials on a topic of the student's choosing. Prerequisites: COMM F131X or COMM F141X; ENGL F111X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F475; permission of instructor. (3+0)
HIST F481 Polar Exploration and its Literature (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
A survey of polar exploration efforts of all Western nations from A.D. 870 to the present and a consideration of the historical sources of this effort. Prerequisites: HIST F275 or permission of instructor. (Stacked with HIST F681; NORS F681.) (3+0)
HIST F483W 20th Century Circumpolar History (s)
3 Credits Offered Spring Even-numbered Years
A comparative history of the circumpolar North, including Alaska, Siberia, Scandinavia, Greenland and Canada. Focus on social, economic, political and environmental issues of the 20th century, such as exploration, aboriginal land claims, subsistence, military strategy, transportation, oil development, Arctic haze and scientific research in the Arctic. Prerequisites: ENGL F111X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F275; or permission of instructor. (Stacked with HIST F683; NORS F683.) (3+0)
HIST F490W Researching and Writing Northern History
3 Credits Offered Spring Odd-numbered Years
Exploration of the craft and methodology of historical research in the North. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisites: ENGL F111X; ENGL F211X or ENGL F213X; HIST F275; or permission of instructor. (Stacked with NORS F690.) (1+3)
HIST F600 Perspectives on the North
3 Credits Offered Fall
Basic knowledge of the circumpolar North -- the social, economic, political and scientific facets of northern life. Consideration of major cultural groups of the north and their histories, the environmental settings and patterns of settlement and development in northern regions and systems of governance in different northern countries. Broad overview of the major policy issues of the North in education, justice, health care, and environmental and wildlife protection. Course is also available online. (Cross-listed with NORS F600.) (3+0)
HIST F661 Mentored Teaching in History
1 Credit
Mentored teaching provides consistent contact and supervision between student and mentoring faculty. Includes seminar, individualized tutorial and opportunity to develop teaching skills and techniques. Teaching assistants are required to be enrolled in a mentored teaching section during the period of their assistantship. May be repeated up to four times for credit. Graded Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Enrollment in M.A. in Northern Studies or History; permission of instructor. (1+0+2)
HIST F662 History of Alaska
3 Credits
Alaska from prehistoric times to the present, including major themes such as Native Alaska, colonial and military Alaska, statehood, Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 and the Alaska National Interest Lands Act of 1980. Also available via Independent Learning. (Cross-listed with NORS F661. Stacked with HIST F461.) (3+0)
HIST F663 Foundation of Russian History
3 Credits
The foundations of Russian society and the modern Russian state from the earliest recorded events through the early 19th century. Topics include the Scythians and Khazars, the rise of the Kievan state, Mongol domination of Russia, the rise of Muscovy, the creation of the Russian Empire under the Romanov dynasty, ethnic and social diversity, the impact of the Napoleonic invasion and the influence of Western European ideas in Russia. Prerequisites: HIST F275; or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with NORS F663. Stacked with HIST F463.) (3+0)
HIST F664 Modern Russia
3 Credits
Russia from the early 19th century to the present. Themes include politics, culture and society in the Russian Empire, the Russian Revolution, the Soviet Union and Russian Federation. Prerequisites: Graduate standing; or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with NORS F664. Stacked with HIST F464.) (3+0)
HIST F681 Polar Exploration and its Literature
3 Credits
A survey of polar exploration efforts of all Western nations from A.D. 870 to the present and a consideration of historical sources of this effort. Also available via Independent Learning. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with NORS F681. Stacked with HIST F481.) (3+0)
HIST F683 20th Century Circumpolar History
3 Credits
A comparative history of the circumpolar north, including Alaska, Siberia, Scandinavia, Greenland and Canada. Focus on social, economic, political and environmental issues of the 20th century, such as exploration, aboriginal land claims, subsistence, military strategy, transportation, oil development, arctic haze, and scientific research in the Arctic. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permission of instructor. (Cross-listed with NORS F683. Stacked with HIST F483.) (3+0)