Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course is identical to ECON G120. This course explores the economic history of the United States from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on the factors and forces contributing to U.S. economic development, evaluating the various agents of growth, and attempted solutions to economic problems. This course utilizes primary and secondary sources to examine the changing nature of American capitalism and U.S. involvement in the global economy. Enrollment Limitation: ECON G120; students who complete HIST G110 may not enroll in or receive credit for ECON G120. 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 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. The ethnic groups that this course will cover include Native American, African American, Asian American, and Latina/o Americans. 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. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course explores the rich and complex history of Africa, from its earliest civilizations to the present day. Topics including settlement patterns, interaction and trade, the rise of civilizations, colonialism, slavery, nationalism, independence, and globalization will be explored utilizing primary and secondary sources. This course will examine the political, economic, social, environmental, and cultural forces that have shaped the continent and analyze the impact of these forces on African lives. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course navigates Latin American history in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It emphasizes the complex political, economic, social, environmental, and cultural developments between Indigenous American, African, and European societies. Topics, including settlement patterns, trade and interaction, the rise of civilizations, colonialism, slavery, nationalism, independence, and globalization will be explored from the pre-colonial period to the 21st century utilizing primary and secondary sources. 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, Latino/a 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. Enrollment Limitation: ETHS G150; students who complete HIST G155 may not enroll in or receive credit for ETHS G150. 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

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. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 170.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

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. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: HIST 180.