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History (HISTORY)

HISTORY 476      Medieval Jewish History View Details
This course covers the general period from the decline of the Roman Empire to the dawn of early modern times. It is concerned with Jewish centers of life and learning in the Diaspora, both East and West. The course considers the Jews under Islamic rule from the time of Mohammed through the Golden Age of Moorish Spain. The focus then shifts to the situation of the Jews in Christian Europe, from the period of Constantine to the expulsions from England, France and Christian Spain. The Jews in the Ottoman Empire are mentioned and the course ends with the episode of Sabbatai Zevi, the false Messiah. Also offered as HISTORY 576R.
Credits: 3 hours
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HISTORY 477      Modern Jewish History View Details
This course surveys modern Jewish history from the Napoleonic period to World War II. Analyzing the social status of the Jews in Medieval Europe, it proceeds towards a discussion of the growth of the national state and the breakup of the Holy Roman Empire and analyzes the growth of socialism, integral nationalism, and liberalism as they affected the Jewish communities in Europe and America. The course serves as a survey of modern political and economic trends as they affect a distinct group. Also offered as HISTORY 577R.
Credits: 3 hours
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HISTORY 496      Historical Research Project View Details
Working extensively with an individual faculty member actively engaged in his/her research, students practice the multiple facets of investigating the sources of history, developing a comprehensive analysis from such sources, and composing a persuasive interpretation. Prerequisite: HISTORY 301WI and instructor's approval Offered: On demand.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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HISTORY 497XCA      Special Topics and Readings View Details
Special Topics and Readings
Credits: 1-6 hours
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HISTORY 498WI      Senior Capstone View Details
This is the capstone course in the department and is required for majors in the senior year. It consists of tutorial sessions with a regular faculty member and independent research leading to a major paper using original source materials. Performance in this course will weigh heavily in the award of departmental honors.
Credits: 3 hours
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HISTORY H497      Special Topics And Readings View Details
Intensive reading and/or research in an area selected by the student in consultation with the instructor. By permission only. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. On demand.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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HISTORY H497WI      Special Topics and Readings View Details
Intensive reading and/or research in an area selected by the student in consultation with the instructor.
Credits: hours
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