COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Social Science 1. Historical Foundations of Our Democratic Society. Designed to include the historical bases of our democracy, its development in America; changes occasioned by the frontier life, a richly endowed continent, and the wars. It will include the development up to date of our highly industrialized nation and its impact on world leadership. Five quarter hours. Autumn, Winter, Spring. Bateman, Stratford 2. Our Democratic Society in Transition. Designed to show the challenges of our modern world to our democratic institutions and way of life, with problems resulting from these challenges. The problems will be considered in their social, economic, political, and psychological aspects. Four quarter hours. Autumn, Winter, Spring. Bateman, Stratford DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY *J. G. Olson COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Anthropology 1. The Science of Man. The pre-historic origins and development of man. This course examines the evidences and developmental stages of pre-historic man from his beginnings until the dawn of civilization. Such subjects as fossil remains, theories of evolution, races of mankind are studied in relationship to certain contemporary socio-cultural questions such as racism, special creation, and others. Five quarter hours. Autumn. * Olson 2. The Science of Culture. The origins and development of culture from the earliest pre-historic data down into historic times (archeology). Selected studies in pre-literate cultures are also made, including their society, religion, language, arts, games, etc. (ethnology). Finally, the meaning and significance of "culture" and its influence in human behavior is explained and evaluated (philosophy of culture). Five quarter hours. Winter, Spring. * Olson *On leave 1956-57. DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE C. H. Anderson, H. C. Bateman, D. G. Dayton A student preparing to major in history, political science, or law, should meet the requirements for the title of Associate of Arts or Associate of Science and the requirements of the university to which he intends to transfer. This preparation is especially important for the pre-legal student. All educational institutions which give law degrees recommend that law students obtain a broad, general background during the first two years of college. In keeping with this general philosophy, the following curriculum is recommended: Pre-Law . CURRICULUM Course Basic English 1, 2, 3 Requirements Health Education 1 Orientation 1 Physical Education Area Humanities Requirements Life Sciences Physical Sciences Social Sciences Professional Political Science 1 Requirements Political Science 3 Recommended Political Science 11 Electives Economics 1, 2 History 6 History 10 Philosophy 5 Political Science 4 Psychology 1 Speech 1 Description Credit Basic Communication 9 Personal Hygiene 2 Freshman Orientation 2 3 approved activities 3 See list of 9-12 subjects on 9-12 pages 30-33 9-12 9-12 American Nat. Govt. 5 State Government 3 Int. to Inter Nat'l Relations 5 Prin. of Economics 6 English History 5 United States History 5 Logic 5 City and Town Govt. 2 General Psychology 5 Basic Speech 3 It is recommended that a student take advantage of the opportunity to participate in activities sponsored by the Department. International Relations Club. Membership is open to interested students of Weber College. The basic purpose of the organization is to instruct and enlighten members concerning contemporary problems as they relate to international affairs. Current international problems are presented and discussed by speakers. Forums, debates and round table discussions are held. COURSES OF INSTRUCTION History It is recommended that a student pursuing a major in history complete History 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, and Political Science 1. 3. European History: Middle Ages, 500-1500. Medieval civilization: the barbarian invasions, fuedalism, the Crusades, the medieval church, and the beginnings in the development of nation states. The major topics of the course are considered in relation to their influence upon our present civilization. Five quarter hours. Autumn. Dayton 4. Early Modern European History, 1500-1815. The Renaissance, age of discovery and overseas expansion, the commercial revolution and growth of national states, the Protestant revolt and religious reform, the rise of parliamentary governments, the French Revolution, and the contribution of these movements to an understanding of present day problems. Five quarter hours. Winter. Bateman, Dayton 5. European History, 1815 to present. The political, social, cultural, and economic development of the major European states. The course incorporates a consideration of the Industrial Revolution, the