Master of Arts Programs for History Teachers
Fall 2024 Session 2 - October 21 to December 12
| HIST 501 O2B / POLSC 501 O2B: The American Revolution (2) – WAITLIST This course is an intensive study of the principles of the American Founding and the documents that embody them, especially the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. These principles will be illuminated through a close study of the constitutional convention, the struggle over ratification of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and important constitutional controversies that have arisen in American history. Instructor: David Alvis (Wofford College) Schedule: Mondays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus |
| HIST 502 O2B / POLSC 502 O2B: The American Founding (2) – WAITLIST This course is an intensive study of the constitutional convention, the struggle over ratification of the Constitution, and the creation of the Bill of Rights. It will include a close examination of Federalist and Antifederalist writings. Instructor: Christopher C. Burkett (Ashland University) Schedule: Mondays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
| HIST 503 O2B / POLSC 503 O2B: Sectionalism and Civil War (2) – WAITLIST A study of the sectional conflict beginning with the nullification crisis. The course will not only examine the political, social and economic developments in the period leading to the civil war, but will emphasize the political thought of Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Douglas, and John C. Calhoun. Instructor: Adam Seagrave (Arizona State University) Schedule: Wednesdays, 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
| HIST 505 O2B / POLSC 505 O2B: The Progressive Era (2) The transition to an industrial economy posed many problems for the United States. This course examines those problems and the responses to them that came to be known as progressivism. The course includes the study of World War I as a manifestation of progressive principles. The course emphasizes the political thought of Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and their political expression of progressive principles. Instructor: William Atto (University of Dallas) Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:15 pm to 9:50 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
| HIST 506 O2B / POLSC 506 O2B: The Rise of Modern America, 1914-1945 (2) With the exception of the Civil War era, it is difficult to find another thirty-year period in U.S. history during which the nation underwent such dramatic change. In 1914 the United States was no more than a regional power, with a primarily rural demography and a relatively unobtrusive federal government. Thanks to the experience of two world wars, a major cultural conflict (the 1920s), and a disastrous economic crisis the country was transformed into the global economic and military power that it remains to this day. This course will examine the cultural, economic, military, and diplomatic events and trends of the period 1914-1945. Instructor: David F. Krugler (University of Wisconsin-Platteville) Schedule: Tuesdays, 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus & Course Packet |
| HIST 507 O2B / POLSC 507 O2B: Lincoln (2) – WAITLIST This course provides an in-depth study of Abraham Lincoln’s political thought and action. Students will study Lincoln’s most important speeches, as well as study various aspects of his political leadership, including his role as the leader of the Republican party and as commander in chief. The course will also provide opportunities for students to analyze Lincoln’s rhetoric and political argumentation. Instructor: Andrew F. Lang (Mississippi State University) Schedule: Tuesdays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus |
| HIST 510 O2A / POLSC 510 O2A: Great American Texts – Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain (2) – WAITLIST Perhaps the two greatest American humorists are Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain. In this course, we will examine how Franklin and Twain contributed to the American imagination and identity and how both men used humor and satire not only to expose political and moral folly, but to prompt in their readers thoughtful consideration of justice and civic virtue. In so doing, they aimed to bring about political and moral responsibility and a greater concord between American principles and practice. We will read Franklin’s Autobiography, Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and a selection of their shorter works. Instructor: Elizabeth S. Amato (Gardner-Webb University) Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:15 pm to 9:50 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus |
| HIST 622 O2A / POLSC 622 O2A: Religion in American History and Politics (2) – WAITLIST From the time that the first Europeans arrived in America, religion has been an important part of American life. This course examines the various ways in which religion has played a role in American history, with particular emphasis on the role of religion in American politics. Instructor: Daniel K. Williams (Ashland University) Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:15 pm to 7:50 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
| HIST 643 O2B / POLSC 643 O2B: The First Amendment-Speech and Religion (2) – WAITLIST This course will focus on the fundamental First Amendment freedoms of religion and speech. The class will begin with a consideration of the Founders’ views and then trace the Supreme Court’s evolving jurisprudence through its core, landmark cases. We will analyze legal standards developed by the Court in its effort to balance these fundamental freedoms with competing government interests and claims. In each case, we will consider the historical and political context of the decisions. Finally, the class will conclude with a consideration of recent cases and controversies over speech, association, and religion such as Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn v. Cuomo, 2020. Instructor: Joseph R. Fornieri (Rochester Institute of Technology) Schedule: Wednesdays, 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus Course Packet |
| HIST 644 O2A / POLSC 644 O2A: The Congress – WAITLIST This course focuses on the legislative branch of the US government. It examines topics such as the constitutional powers of Congress, the relations between Congress and the other branches of the federal government and the states, and the changing structure and internal politics of Congress. Instructor: Sean Sutton (Rochester Institute of Technology) Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:15 pm to 9:50 pm ET Course Materials: Syllabus and Course Pack |
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