2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

HIST 291 Western Civilization I

An introduction to the history of the Near East and Europe from prehistoric times to the Renaissance.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. An overall understanding of Western Civilization and its role in the world.
  2. An understanding and sensitivity to gender and class
  3. A basic understanding of historical geography
  4. An understanding of the roles of science and technology
  5. Develop analytical, critical thinking, communication and reading skills.
  6. An atmosphere of active learning and student responsibility for learning.