Academic Catalog

History (HIST)

HIST 1503  World History to 1500  
ACTS Common Course - HIST 1113.

The history of humanity from prehistoric times to the sixteenth century.

HIST 1513  World History since 1500  
ACTS Common Course - HIST 1123.

The history of humanity from the sixteenth century to the present.

HIST 1543  Honors World History to 1500  
Prerequisite: Admission to University Honors or permission of Honors Director.

The history of humanity from prehistoric times to the sixteenth century with an emphasis on the critical analysis of primary source documents and the methods by which historians and other scholars interpret historical evidence.

HIST 1903  Survey of American History  

Survey of American History. An overview of American history from the pre-colonial period to the present.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of HIST 2003 or 2013.
HIST 2003  United States History to 1877  
ACTS Common Course - HIST 2113.

The study of the development of the American nation to the Civil War and Reconstruction Era.

HIST 2013  United States History since 1877  
ACTS Common Course - HIST 2123.

The study of the development of the American nation since the Civil War and Reconstruction Era.

HIST 2043  Honors United States History to 1877  
Prerequisite: Admission to University Honors or permission of Honors Director.

History 2043 concentrates on the development of the American nation with emphasis upon the winning of independence, the origin of the Constitution, the rise of Jeffersonian Democracy, European influence up America, Jacksonian Democracy, westward expansion, the emergence of sectionalism, and the Civil War.

HIST 2153  Introduction to Arkansas History  

An introductory course on the history of Arkansas. Lectures, discussions, and applied activities will be central to this course. Note: Students may not take this course after completion of HIST 4153.

Note: This course is a professional education requirement for Early Childhood and Middle Level Education majors, and may not be counted toward the History degree, the Public History degree, or the Social Studies for teacher licensure degree.
HIST 2203  Introduction to Public History  

An introduction to the theory and disciplines of public history, including museum studies, historic preservation, archive and manuscript management, and historical editing. The course also explores the current theoretical and practical issues confronting public historians.

HIST 2513  Sources and Methods in History  

This course is designed as an introduction to the field of historical research. This course introduces techniques and methods of historical research, basic historiography, bibliographical aids, and the study and writing of history. It is a hands-on course where students will use the skills learned to evaluate social science research.

HIST 3013  Colonial America  

The European background, the settlement of British colonies, the development of provincial institutions, and the emergence of an American civilization in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.

HIST 3023  The Era of the American Revolution  

The deterioration of empire relationships from 1763 to 1776, with an examination of the causes and consequences of the American Revolution and the post war problems leading to the establishment of a new government under the Constitution in 1789.

HIST 3033  The Early American Republic  

The social, cultural, economic, and political climate in which Jeffersonian Jacksonian democracy developed.

HIST 3043  Civil War and Reconstruction  

The social, political, economic, and intellectual backgrounds of the war; the military operations; analysis of Reconstruction.

HIST 3103  The Old South  

A survey of the political, social, and economic development of the American South before the Civil War.

HIST 3123  The New South  

A survey of the political, social, and economic development of the American South from the end of the Civil War to the present.

HIST 3223  Local and Oral History  

The course has two main, inter-related themes, local history and oral history. This course examines the nature and practice of local history and explores the various methods and approaches central to local history research. In addition, this course introduces students to the literature and theory of oral history and trains them in related fieldwork methodologies.

HIST 3243  Archive and Manuscript Management  

An introduction to the administration of archival and manuscript collections in various types of institutions. This course explores the basic theoretical principles and archival practices of appraisal, acquisition, accessioning, arrangement, description, preservation, and user services. Topics will include: records management programs, collecting archives programs, legal and ethical issues, public programming and advocacy, and the impact of the new information technologies for preservation and access.

HIST 3273  Digital History  

This is an experimental class, and has no official description other than it is a directed seminar in an area of social science. This class has been structured to focus on unique educational opportunities.

HIST 3313  Colonial Latin America  

A survey of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of Latin America to 1825. Emphasis is on cross-cultural accommodation and the role of indigenous, African, and European cultures in shaping Latin American development.

HIST 3323  Modern Latin America  

A survey of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of Latin America since 1825. Emphasis is on cultural values and structures from the colonial period, continuing patterns of authoritarianism, the struggle to establish democratic institutions, and Latin America's role in world affairs.

HIST 3413  History of Classical Greece and Rome  

The origins and development of Classical civilization in ancient Greece, the rise of the Roman Republic, and the ascendancy and decline of the Roman Empire.

HIST 3423  History of the Middle Ages, 300-1300  

Decline of the ancient Roman civilization; rise, ascendancy, and decline of medieval civilization; emphasis upon the Christian church and the rise of national monarchies.

HIST 3433  The Renaissance and European Expansion, 1300-1550  

Fueled by a growing urban economy and despite the setbacks of the Black Death, Europeans during the Renaissance revived and adapted models of classical learning, created new forms of artistic and vernacular expression, forged national identities, opened up new trade routes, and encountered a New World.

HIST 3443  The Reformation and Early Modern Europe, 1500-1688  

A study of the social, political, intellectual and cultural impact of the Protestant Reformation, the Roman Catholic response, the sixteenth and seventeenth- century Wars of Religion, the development of confessional cultures, and the continued rise of the European nation-state in both its absolutist and constitutional forms.

HIST 3463  The Enlightenment, French Revolution, and Napoleonic Eras  

This upper-division course will address the intellectual, social, and political events of the turbulent eighteenth century in Europe, a period known for the Enlightenment, as well as for the French Revolution and the rise and fall of Napoleon's Empire. Historians often argue that this period ushered in many of the hallmarks of the modern world, including nationalism, open class conflict, and popular democracy. The intent of this course is to examine the period in the context of its long-lasting influence upon world events.

HIST 3493  The Age of Empire, 1871-1919  

A study of the changes in the political, cultural, intellectual, and social environments which characterized Europe during the period between the rise of the modern nation states to the end of the First World War.

HIST 3503  Europe between the Wars, 1919-1939  

A study of the changes in the political, cultural, intellectual, and social environments which characterized Europe during the period between the end of the First World War to the beginning of the Second World War.

HIST 3513  Europe Since 1939  

A study of the changes in the political, cultural, intellectual, and social environments which characterized Europe during the period between the beginning of the Second World War to the present.

HIST 3623  History of Modern South Asia  

This course covers the history of South Asia from the 16th century until the present day, with a focus on India Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Prior knowledge of the region is not necessary.

HIST 3803  History of the Middle East  

Political, social, and cultural survey of the history of the Middle East from the rise of Islam to modern times.

HIST 4013  American Military History  

A study of the American military from its colonial origins to the present, including the development of the military establishment and its relationship with American society.

HIST 4033  The Frontier in American History  

Study of the American frontier as a place, as a process, and as a state of mind influential in shaping institutions and attitudes during the expansion of this nation westward from Atlantic to Pacific.

HIST 4123  African American History  

This course examines the unique role and contribution of African Americans in the overall development of American history from the colonial era to the present. Topics include African societies; black colonial life; the institution of slavery, and African American responses to slavery; the free black community; African American cultural, political, and economic development; issues of assimilation, separatism, and African American responses to institutional racism; the Civil Rights Movement, and recent developments.

Note: May not be repeated for credit as HIST 5123.
HIST 4133  Latinos in the United States  

This course is an analysis of the historical and cultural heritage of Latinos who have lived or are currently living in the United States. This course includes the colonial origins of Latino groups and their general migration patterns to the United States. This course also explores the development of Latino communities as well as the relationship between Latinos and social institutions.

HIST 4143  Native American History  

A survey of Native American history from the Archaic period to the present. This course will present an interpretation of the historical experience of the diverse nations native to North America utilizing an ethno- historical approach. Some emphasis will be placed on the formation and operation of United States government policy regarding Native Americans in both the 19th and 20th centuries.

HIST 4153  History of Arkansas  

A study of the history of Arkansas from prehistoric times to the present, noting political, social, economic, and cultural trends.

Note: May not be repeated for credit as HIST 5153 or equivalent.
HIST 4203  Women in American History  

A treatment of women in Western and American social history in their lifestyles and economic and family roles.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of HIST 3203 nor repeated for credit as HIST 5203 or equivalent.
HIST 4213  Southern Women's History  

A social history of the lives of women in the American South from approximately 1700 to the present which examines their lifestyles, economic, and family roles. This study includes, but is not limited to, experiences of Arkansas women.

HIST 4233  American Political Thought  
Cross-listed: POLS 4233 or PHIL 4233.

The background and development of American political ideas from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on colonial political theory, the Founding, conflict and consensus prior to the Civil War, the response to industrialization, the rise of the positive state, nationalism, the New Left and New Right, and current trends.

HIST 4293  Historic Preservation  

Upper-level survey of historic preservation in the United States. Course examines the theory, philosophy, and methods of maintaining the culture of the past. An introduction to the wide range of ideas underpinning the practice of preservation is covered through readings, discussions, presentations, class projects and field trips.

HIST 4403  Interpretation/Education through Museum Methods  
Cross-listed: ANTH 4403, MUSM 4403.
Prerequisite: Senior or Graduate standing, or permission of instructor.

Museum perspectives and approaches to care and interpretation of cultural resources, including interpretive techniques of exhibit and education outreach materials, and integrating museum interpretation/education into public school and general public programming. Class projects focus on special problems for managing interpretive materials in a museum setting.

HIST 4503  History of Christianity  

A study of Christianity, from its beginnings to the present day, focusing especially on ancient Mediterranean, medieval European, and modern American Christian traditions. Emphasis will be on the interaction between individual beliefs, group identity, and institutional forces, how each have been shaped by broader social, political and cultural contexts, and finally how these interactions have resulted in profound changes for the Christian religion.

HIST 4714  Social Studies Methods for Secondary Teachers  
Prerequisite: The completion of 36 hours in the Social Sciences.

A course in subject-matter applications for secondary teacher education candidates (grades 7-12) in social studies. The course will incorporate a variety of instructional models, activities, and examples, as well as the integration of traditional and non-traditional resource materials.

Note: Must be completed prior to student teaching.
HIST 4813  World War II  

A study of World War II, 1939 through 1945, in its origins and spread through world theaters.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of the equivalent course under HIST 4983 or POLS 4983.
HIST 4951  Undergraduate Research in History  
Offered: On demand.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

HIST 4952  Undergraduate Research in History  
Offered: On demand.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

HIST 4953  Undergraduate Research in History  
Offered: On demand.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

HIST 4954  Undergraduate Research in History  
Offered: On demand.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

HIST 4963  Senior Seminar  
Prerequisite: HIST 2513 Required course for History and Social Studies Education majors.

Course content will cover a directed seminar in specified American or European History. Research techniques will be emphasized.

HIST 4971  Internship  
Cross-listed: POLS 4971.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, 2.75 grade point average, and consent of department head.

A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour.

Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
HIST 4972  Internship  
Cross-listed: POLS 4972.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, 2.75 grade point average, and consent of department head.

A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour.

Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
HIST 4973  Internship  
Cross-listed: POLS 4973.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, 2.75 grade point average, and consent of department head.

A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour.

Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
HIST 4974  Internship  
Cross-listed: POLS 4974.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, 2.75 grade point average, and consent of department head.

A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour.

Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
HIST 4975  Internship  
Cross-listed: POLS 4975.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, 2.75 grade point average, and consent of department head.

A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour.

Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
HIST 4976  Internship  
Cross-listed: POLS 4976.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, 2.75 grade point average, and consent of department head.

A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour.

Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
HIST 4983  History Seminar  

A directed seminar in an area of historical study. The specific focus will depend upon research under way, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available.

Note: May be repeated for credit if course content changes.
HIST 4991  Special Problems in History  
Prerequisite: Consent by department head.

A course for majors and minors only.

HIST 4992  Special Problems in History  
Prerequisite: Consent by department head.

A course for majors and minors only.

HIST 4993  Special Problems in History  
Prerequisite: Consent by department head.

A course for majors and minors only.

HIST 4994  Special Problems in History  
Prerequisite: Consent by department head.

A course for majors and minors only.

HIST 5123  African American History  
Prerequisite: HIST 2003 or HIST 2013.

This course examines the unique role and contribution of African Americans in the overall development of American history from the colonial era to the present. Topics include African societies; black colonial life; the institution of slavery, and African American responses to slavery; the free black community; African American cultural, political, and economic development; issues of assimilation, separatism, and African American responses to institutional racism; the Civil Rights Movement, and recent developments.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of HIST 4123 or equivalent.
HIST 5153  History of Arkansas  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

A study of the history of the state from Indian times to the present, noting political, social, economic, and cultural trends.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of HIST 2153 or HIST 4153 or equivalent.
HIST 5203  Women in American History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

A treatment of women in Western and American social history in their lifestyles and economic and family roles.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of HIST 4203 or equivalent.
HIST 5503  History of Christianity  

A study of Christianity, from its beginnings to the present day, focusing especially on ancient Mediterranean, medieval European, and modern American Christian traditions. Emphasis will be on the interaction between individual beliefs, group identity, and institutional forces, how each have been shaped by broader social, political and cultural contexts, and finally how these interactions have resulted in profound changes for the Christian religion. Course requires the production of substantial written work based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources.

Note: May not be taken for credit after completion of HIST 4503 or equivalent.
HIST 5983  Social Science Seminar  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

A directed seminar in an area of social sciences. The specific focus will depend upon research under way, community of student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. Course requires the production of substantial written work based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Subtitle will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: Students are limited to a maximum of three (3) hours credit at the graduate level.
HIST 6003  Introduction to Graduate Study of History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

General methods of and approaches to historical research and writing, including an introduction to historiography. Students will become familiar with basic tools of historical research and professional discipline. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry an the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources.

HIST 6013  Research Seminar in United States History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

An investigation of selected topics in American history. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: Course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6033  Readings in United States History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

A readings course in selected topics in American history. Course acquaints students with primary and/or secondary interpretations of the historical period addressed during the semester. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: Course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6053  Historiography  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Seminar in the analysis of works of important historians from ancient time to the present, with consideration of schools, theories, philosophies, and functions of history. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work.

HIST 6403  Applied Public History  
Prerequisite: HIST 5403 or ANTH 5403 or RP 5403 or MUSM 5403 or permission of the department head.

Directed utilization of archives and museums, historical editing and publishing, documentary editing, family and community history, material culture, and historic site interpretation, preservation, and management. Areas of emphasis varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: The course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6413  Research Seminar in Modern European History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

An investigation of selected topics in modern European history. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: The course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6433  Readings in Modern European History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

A readings course in selected topics in modern European history. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: The course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6533  Research Seminar in World History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

An investigation of selected topics in world history. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: The course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6543  Readings in World History  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

A readings course in selected topics in world history. Course acquaints students with primary and/or secondary interpretations of the historical period addressed during the semester. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts.

Note: The course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours of credit.
HIST 6883  Workshop  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Course which allows flexibility of topic, structure, and credit hours to enable faculty to design content according to program needs. Open to graduate students who wish to pursue in-depth advanced projects. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours per credit hour.

Note: Students are limited to a maximum of three (3) hours of workshop credit.
HIST 6891  Independent Study  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit.

Note: The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.
HIST 6892  Independent Study  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit.

Note: The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.
HIST 6893  Independent Study  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit.

Note: The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.
HIST 6894  Independent Study  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit.

Note: The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.
HIST 6991  Thesis/Portfolio Research  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.

HIST 6992  Thesis/Portfolio Research  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.

HIST 6993  Thesis/Portfolio Research  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.

HIST 6994  Thesis/Portfolio Research  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.

HIST 6995  Thesis/Portfolio Research  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.

HIST 6996  Thesis/Portfolio Research  
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or Department Head.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.