(HY) History

HY 102. Early World Civilizations. 3 Hours.

This course is a comparative study of the economic, social, political, and intellectual factors that shaped and defined the history of the world from ancient times to roughly 1500.

HY 111. United States History I. 3 Hours.

The social, political, and economic growth of the United States from 1620s to the Civil War is stressed. After a view of the colonial settlements, particular attention is devoted to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, the framing of the Constitution, the struggle between Hamilton and Jefferson, the War of 1812, Jacksonian Democracy, the beginning of industrialization, the causes of the Civil War, and the problems of the Reconstruction Era.

HY 112. United States History II. 3 Hours.

Late nineteenth and early twentieth century social and economic history is examined against a background of the increased nationalism and the rapid industrialization accompanying and following the Civil War and Reconstruction Periods. The Agrarian revolt, the emergence of the country as a first-rate power, the Progressive movement, the New Deal and America’s part in the two World Wars are emphasized.

HY 199. Topic/. 1-6 Hour.

This course is intended to provide the opportunity to offer topic courses in history that would not normally be a part of the Husson curriculum. As such the topics will depend upon the interests of students and faculty.

HY 211. American National Government. 3 Hours.

The course places in historical perspective the development, organization, and function of American national government. Emphasis is placed upon development of the United States Constitution, the governmental administrative system and the political socialization process essential to an understanding of the American political system.

HY 213. State and Local Government. 3 Hours.

This course examines the structures, processes, and roles of state and local governments in the United States. It will cover the key principles of federalism and the historical, social, and cultural context of the state and local systems of government. The roles of individuals, interest groups, parties, and media outlets will be given special focus. Students will also examine key challenges and issues facing state and local governments, possible solutions to those problems, and the policy process at the local level. This course will devote special attention to the State Government of Maine and local governments of Maine.

HY 222. Social Studies for Educators. 3 Hours.

This course provides personally guided preparation in the key areas of social studies for future teachers. It require students to complete a normed diagnostic examination aligned to Maine DOE and Praxis requirements which points to individual areas of focus for the student.

HY 299. Topic/. 1-6 Hour.

This course is intended to provide the opportunity to offer topic courses in history that would not normally be a part of the Husson curriculum. As such the topics will depend upon the interests of students and faculty.

HY 301. The 20th Century. 3 Hours.

This course is a global history of the modern world: the world of the present century. It will benefit students of International Trade and Foreign Commerce, and those generally interested in contemporary history.

HY 499. Topic/. 3 Hours.

This course is intended to provide the opportunity to offer advanced courses in history that would not normally be a part of the Husson curriculum. As such the topics will depend upon the interests of students and faculty.