126 127 2. Social Science. A continuation of Social Science 1. A course which pertains to the sociological, economic and political issues of our present American culture. Our responsibilities and duties as a member of the international family of nations is emphasized. Four quarter hours. Winter, Spring. Staff DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE C. H. Anderson, H. C. Bateman, * D. G. Dayton, D. A. Gardner L. E. Peterson 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 a pre- legal student. 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 and qualified students in the social sciences 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, 11, and Political Science 1. 2. Ancient Civilization. The rise and the development of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome from the earliest times to 500 A. D. Five quarter hours. Winter. (May not be given 1952-1953). Bateman 3. European History: Middle Period, 500-1500. A study of medieval civilization as influenced by the barbarian invasions, feudalism, crusades, medieval church, and the influence of each upon our present civilization. Five quarter hours. Autumn. Bateman 4. Early Modern European History, 1500-1815. A study of 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. 5. European History, 1815-1950. A study of the political and economic development of the major European states; the Industrial Revolution; the growth of nationalism and democracy; political and social reform of the 19th century; World War I and World War II. Designed to give an understanding of present day world problems. Five quarter hours. Spring. Bateman 6. English History. A survey of English history from the earliest recorded past to the present. Periods of Tudors and Stuarts are considered, and the more recent developments. Five quarter hours. Spring. Bateman, Gardner 7. Twentieth Century Europe. A course dealing with the role of Europe in two world wars, the causes and effects of those wars. Special attention will be given to the rise of communism and fascism. Three quarter hours. Autumn, Winter, Spring. Bateman, Gardner 8. Twentieth Century United States.—1914 to present. This course will consider the role of the United States as a world power. Both domestic and foreign affairs will be considered. Attention will be given to current American problems. Three quarter hours. Autumn, Winter, Spring. Bateman, Gardner 9. American History, 1492-1783. A course dealing with the discovery and exploration of the New World, colonization, colonial life and institutions, international rivalry and the American Revolution. Three quarter hours. Autumn, Spring. Bateman, Gardner 10. American History, 1783-1865. A study of the formation of the new nation and its growth politically, socially, and culturally; westward expansion, and growth of democracy; the growth of sectionalism, and the Civil War. Five quarter hours. Winter. Bateman, Gardner 11. American History, 1865-1950. A study of the Reconstruction of the South, the new West and its influence, industrial development and the new economic era, growth of government control and results, the U. S. foreign policy and the two World Wars, the depression and the New Deal. Five quarter hours. Spring. Bateman, Gardner 12. Latin America Colonial Period—to 1824. A survey course dealing with the discovery, exploration, and colonization of Latin (Hispanic) America, as well as the wars of independence. Three quarter hours. Autumn. Peterson 13. Latin America Modern Period—1824 to present. A course dealing with the evolution of the modern Latin (Hispanic) American republics. The major nations — Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Columbia, and Venezuela—will receive greatest emphasis. Relations between the Latin American nations and the United States will receive special consideration. Three quarter hours. Winter. Peterson 15. Far Western History. A study of far western history, its colonization and development, with special emphasis on the history of Utah. Three quarter hours. Autumn. Peterson *On leave of absence Bateman