History
Grow Your History Expertise
At 91心頭, our History interest area focuses on the study of the human experience in relation to particular periods and places. History at 91心頭 introduces a method of thinking characterized by its attention to the context in which people lived and worked.
You'll learn to analyze and interpret different kinds of evidence, to organize it into a coherent whole, and to present it clearly. Rethinking and revising accepted historical conclusions is one of the most important tasks of the historian.
91心頭 has special transfer agreements with all three Iowa state universities and many other four-year institutions, including a . Transferring and earning a degree in history couldn’t be easier or more affordable!
91心頭 is the affordable option — we have more than $3 million in scholarships available each year!
A background in history has many advantages that prepare you for a wide variety of careers. While many students in the interest area do not go on to become professional historians, many go into diverse fields including law, education, business, research, politics, archiving, and more!
91心頭 can help you explore your future career options by providing exciting and meaningful experiences in and outside the classroom designed to help you find the best path.
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The History interest area at 91心頭 is part of our Liberal Arts program. Students will work closely with their academic advisor as well as the history faculty when deciding which classes to take. Our faculty are experienced professionals, well-versed in their fields and are ready to help you find the right path during your journey into a rewarding career.
With many options to choose from, the advising process will also help you figure out what area of history specialty to pursue.
HIS-126 West and the World I: Ancient to Medieval
Surveys the social, cultural, religious, intellectual, economic and political foundations of Western Civilization in the ancient Near East, including pre-historic societies, Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Hebrews, Greeks and Romans. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-127 West and the World II: Medieval to Enlightenment
Surveys the social, cultural, religious, intellectual, economic and political foundations of Western Civilization from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, the Reformation, Absolutism, Constitutionalism, the Scientific Revolution and the Trans-Atlantic World. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-128 West and the World III: Enlightenment to Modern
Surveys the social, cultural, religious, intellectual, economic and political world of modern Western Civilization from the French Revolution to the Industrial Revolution, the Rise of Nationalism, Communism and Fascism, Colonization, World Wars and the European Union. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-151 U.S. History to 1877
Studies the European background, the colonial experience, the revolutionary period, and 19th century history to the Civil War. Includes political, economic, and social history of this period as well as the development of American thought. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-152 U.S. History Since 1877
Studies the period from reconstruction to the present. Emphasis is upon industrialization and its impact; the development of a strong federal government; an aggressive foreign policy; and a growing involvement in an international economy. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-221 Holocaust and Genocide in Memory and Literature
Explores the reasons for the Holocaust and the nature and history of anti-Semitism. Analyzes why the Holocaust/Final Solution occurred in Germany. Studies resistance and both collaboration and resistance between Nazism and foreign countries. Compares the Holocaust aimed at the extermination of the Jews with genocide and extermination of other groups in history. Uses a comparative framework. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-254 American Indian History
Examines American Indian societies from the colonial era to the present, using a cross-cultural framework focusing on six major geographical areas of the United States: New England and the Northeast, the Southeast, the Great Lakes region, the Plains, the Southwest, and the Northwest. Emphasizes American Indian cultures, including religion and socio-political structure. Examines American Indian responses to federal Indian policy, including removal, allotment and termination, as well as present-day issues related to revitalization. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-291 History of Science
Covers major aspects of the history of science from the early modern period into the 20th century. As this is a history course, not a science or technology course, the emphasis is on the historical backgrounds of various scientific ideas. The course focuses on some of the major figures in the development of modern Western science including Newton, Darwin, Faraday, and Einstein. Credits: 3, Hours: (3/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
HIS-924 Honors Project
Allows a qualified honors student to pursue a special concentration of study under the guidance of a faculty member. Requires completion of an honors project contact. Credits: 1, Hours: (1/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A; Comments: Requires approval of supervising professor and dean
HIS-928 Independent Study
Provides readings, papers, and basic research or other projects under the individual guidance of a staff member. Credits: 1, Hours: (1/0/0/0), Prereq: none; Coreq: none; Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A
History students are encouraged to join the 91心頭 chapter of (FCCLA), the only national Career and Technical Student Organization with the family as its central focus.
FCCLA is one of eight recognized members of the . CTSOs are co-curricular groups that help students in career and technical education programs further their knowledge and skills by participating in activities, events, and competitions.
| David McMahon | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title: | Professor, History | |||||
| Phone: | 319-887-3630 | |||||
| Email: | david.mcmahon@kirkwood.edu | |||||
| Office: | Cedar Hall 1027 | |||||
| Jed Peterson | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title: | Professor, History | |||||
| Phone: | 319-398-5899 ext. 5920 | |||||
| Email: | jed.peterson@kirkwood.edu | |||||
| Office: | Cedar Hall 1047 | |||||
| RaeAnn Swanson-Evans | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title: | Instructor, History | |||||
| Phone: | 319-398-5899 ext. 5711 | |||||
| Email: | raeann.swanson-evans@kirkwood.edu | |||||
| Office: | Cedar Hall 1023 | |||||
| Dr. Robinson Yost | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title: | Professor, History | |||||
| Phone: | 319-398-5899 ext. 5210 | |||||
| Email: | robinson.yost@kirkwood.edu | |||||
| Office: | 1029 Cedar Hall | |||||
Adjunct Faculty
| Brad Lockwood |
| George Patterson |
| Max Kutilek |
The instructors inspire me every day to do the best that I can. They get that we deal with stress and anxiety and they are here for us here just to listen or talk and to point us in the direction of someone who can help us further if we need it.
Jerran Greenlee,
Waterloo, Iowa