Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

A survey of US economic development from colonial origins to the present, evaluating the various agents of growth. Emphasis is on the changing nature of American capitalism as well as US involvement in the global economy. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course introduces students to the rich variety of Asian civilizations with special emphasis on geographic and demographic patterns and the dynamics of ancient, modern, and transitional Asian societies. Major political, economic, sociocultural developments, and religious traditions of India, China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia will be presented in an historical perspective. In addition, this course examines the implications of Western colonization, independence struggles, and twentieth century wars in China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course allows students to explore United States History through the diverse perspectives and experiences of Native, African, Latinx, Asian, and white American women. Students will compare cultural constructs of gender with the reality of women's lifestyles and their contributions to economic, political, and social change. The course will especially focus on how the different ethnic groups of women shaped the History of the United States, and how they challenged social inequities supported by the intersection of race, gender, and class. The emphasis will be on the twentieth century woman. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This survey course traces the transformation of California from the prehistoric era to the present, highlighting the uniqueness of the state. This course will offer a colorful array of stories examining the diverse geography of the region and the many peoples who, over the centuries, have made California their home. Topics include the Indigenous peoples of California, early explorers, Spanish missions, Mexican ranchos, the Bear Flag Revolt, the California Gold Rush, Statehood, the Railroad era, Progressive Era reforms, Hollywood, the "West" as myth and memory, the Great Depression Era, World War II development, suburbanization, conflict and activism in marginalized populations, the new conservatism, ecological issues, the changing politics of the state and current events. Recommended for transfer students. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course navigates students through major historical, political, social, and economic moments and developments in the region labeled as Latin America. The course begins with the encounter and developments between European empires, with emphasis on the Spanish and Portuguese Empires, and the indigenous population of the Western Hemisphere during the 15th and 16th century. The course also takes into account the construction and development of the Spanish and Portuguese colonial society, the course of independence, the creation of the nation-state, the influence of foreign powers and major international wars, and the changing political environment of the 19th, 20th, and 21st century. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course is identical to ETHS G150. This course covers the History of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the modern day through the experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, Latinx Americans, and Asian Americans. Special consideration will be given to how these ethnic groups shaped the culture and identity of the United States. Furthermore, the history of these groups will be examined against the interconnections of racial, gender, and social (i.e. "The Big Three") power hierarchies that contribute to inequities in American society. Lastly, this course will explore the mission of the historic social justice movements which continue to combat these inequities. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course is a broad survey of the early development of human civilizations around the world. Students will examine geographic and human influences and compare the differences and similarities in the early civilizations. The survey concludes with the broad cultural contacts of the 15th century. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 150.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course is an exploratory survey of diverse cultural, political, and socio-economic societies in numerous geographical arenas of the world since 1500. The course also addresses unique historical developments and concepts from the Early Modern Era to the current day. Students will assess contemporary challenges of global interaction and interdependence. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 160.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

A survey of American historical development from the founding of English colonies through Reconstruction. The course emphasizes the evolution of political, economic and social institutions and ideas. Recommended for transfer students. Essential for history and political science majors. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 130.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

A survey of American history since the Civil War. The course emphasizes the development of the modern American society and economy, and American participation in world affairs. Recommended for transfer students. Essential for history and political science majors. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 140.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: History of Western Civilization 1. This course explores the concept of Western Civilization from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia via civilizations in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and medieval Europe to the Renaissance (c.1500). The emphasis is on a wide spectrum of human creativity, ideas, beliefs, institutions and endeavor. Throughout the time period the dynamics of change and continuity will be questioned and analyzed. Recommended for all transfer students majoring in the liberal arts, the humanities or the social sciences. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 170.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: History of Western Civilization 2. This course explores the concept of Western Civilization from the Renaissance (c.1500) to the modern era. Topics include Reformation, Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, Constitutionalism, French Revolution, Industrial Revolution, Romanticism, Nationalism, Totalitarianism, and Consumerism. The dynamics of change and continuity throughout the period will be questioned and analyzed. Recommended for all transfer students majoring in the liberal arts, the humanities or the social sciences. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 180.