146 COURSES OP 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 develop ment 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 significances of "culture" and its influence in human behavior is explained and evaluated (philosophy of culture). Five quarter hours. Winter, Spring. Olson DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE H. C. Bateman, D. G. Dayton, Louis C. Midgley 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: 117 Pre-Law CURRICULUM Course Description Credit Basic Requirements Area Requirements Professional Requirements Recommended Electives English 1, 2, 3 Health Education 1 Orientation 1 Physical Education Humanities Life Sciences Physical Sciences Social Sciences Political Science 1 Political Science 3 Political Science 11 Economics 1, 2 History 6 History 10 Philosophy 5 Political Science 4 Psychology 1 Speech 1 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 1, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, and Political Science 1. 1. World Civilization: Growth of civilization from earliest times to the 16th Century. Emphasis will be placed on developments in the Mediterranean region and Western Europe. Five quarter hours. Autumn. Dayton, Bateman 8. European History: Middle Ages, 500-1500. Medieval civilization: the barbarian invasions, feudalism, 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. Winter. Dayton