Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This introductory course in Latin American history covers the Caribbean, Central America, and South America from pre-Columbian times to the present. It emphasizes the development of the cultures, social institutions, political forms, and economic structures of this region, including the complex interactions between Native-American, African, and European societies and the significance of international political and economic connections. In addition, special focus will be given to Latin American historical debates on race, identity, ethnicity, racial inequality, ethnocentrism, colorism, and class hierarchies as it relates to present-day obstacles in Latin America and for Latinx people in general. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly HIST C120. The course will examine the traditional and developing roles of women in American history. Emphasis will be on the 19th century struggle to gain equal status legally, the struggle of the twentieth century woman to solidify and build on these gains, comparisons of the images developed through literature and mass media with the realities of women's lifestyles and women's contributions to economic, political and social change particularly in the twentieth century. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This survey course examines the role played by communities of Mexican descent in the development of the United States with a particular focus on the Southwest. This class will critically analyze the significance of Mexican, Chicano, and Latino culture, the status of Chicanos as a minority group within U.S. society, and Latino struggles for civil rights. In addition, special attention will be given to historical analyses of Indigeneity, racialization, intersectionality, coloniality and decoloniality, systemic privilege and oppression, immigration and citizenship, cultural politics, identity, community activism. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course explores the experiences of diverse ethnic groups in the historical development of the United States, including Native Americans, European Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Asian Americans. Major themes will include concepts of racialization and Eurocentrism, the intersections of ethnicity, class and gender, changing immigration patterns and policies, contemporary implications for historical discrimination, and the long term struggle to create a truly pluralistic and egalitarian society. This course is identical to ETHS C123. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course covers the development of California from the earliest times to the present, analyzing the different cultures which have inhabited this region and the diverse societies they have created. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly HIST C160. A survey of the economic, political, social and cultural evolution of civilizations in Asia, the Near East, Europe Africa, and the Americas from antiquity to 1500 C.E. This course covers the origin and early development of human civilizations in each region as well as unique cultural traditions and the beginnings of interactions between the different societies. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 150.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly HIST C165. This course traces the economic, political, social, and cultural evolution of civilizations in Asia, the Near East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas from 1500 to the present. It covers the varied impact of industrialization and the creation of a global economy, the evolution and interaction of disparate political systems, and the development of diverse cultural, social, and ideological trends. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 160.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

A comprehensive examination of the history of the United States from the beginnings of exploration to the end of reconstruction after the Civil War. It covers the political, economic, diplomatic, social, and cultural aspects of American life during this time span. This course fulfills the UC and CSU requirements for the BA degree and is transferable to all state institutions of higher learning. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 130.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Comprehensive examination of history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present time. Covers the political, economic, diplomatic, social and cultural aspects of American life. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 140.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

A study of the development of present day western culture from the earliest beginnings to 1550 with emphasis on the impact of philosophical, social, and economic factors on Western civilization. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 170.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

A survey of the development of present-day Western society from 1550 to the present. Course will emphasize the cultural, and socio-economic changes wrought by the Reformation, the Enlightenment, the Scientific Revolution, industrialization, and imperialism. It will also trace the political evolution of the West by examining a variety of political trends, including liberalism, nationalism, socialism, communism, and fascism. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 180.