Program Overview
This history program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering American, pre-1500, global, and regional history. Students must complete required courses in history workshop, the historian's vocations, and a seminar, along with a selection of courses in various historical areas. The program prepares students for careers in history, education, and other fields requiring historical knowledge and analytical skills.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Required History
- HIST 140 - History Workshop (3 credits)
- HIST 141 - The Historian's Vocations (3 credits)
- HIST 495 - Seminar in History (3 credits)
- American History (1 course)
- HIST 160 - United States History to 1877 (3 credits)
- HIST 161 - United States History Since 1877 (3 credits)
- HIST 201 - Michigan History (3 credits)
- HIST 251 - Revolutionary America: Visionaries, Rebels, and Ruffians (3 credits)
- HIST 252 - Civil War America: Disruption and Destiny (3 credits)
- HIST 255 - World War I America (3 credits)
- HIST 256 - Recent America: From World War II to 9/11 (3 credits)
- HIST 257 - Race and Ethnicity in US History (3 credits)
- HIST 287 - US Women and Social Change (3 credits)
- HIST 351 - Slavery and Race in America, 1619-Present: The Struggle Within (3 credits)
- HIST 352 - Women, Gender and Sex in United States History (3 credits)
- HIST 355 - United States Foreign Policy, 1898-Present: Power, Promise, and Peril (3 credits)
- HIST 357 - United States Cultural History (3 credits)
- HIST 361 - United States Military History: Rise of a Warrior Democracy (3 credits)
- Pre-1500 History (1 course)
- HIST 120 - Introduction to World History to 1500 (3 credits)
- HIST 130 - Introduction to Ancient and Medieval European History (3 credits)
- HIST 210 - The Greek World (3 credits)
- HIST 215 - The Roman World (3 credits)
- HIST 217 - Race and Ethnicity in Classical Antiquity (3 credits)
- HIST 218 - The Middle Ages: Europe, Byzantium and Islam (3 credits)
- HIST 220 - Ancient Rome and the Third Reich: Fascist Appropriations of Classical Antiquity (3 credits)
- HIST 285 - Gender and Sexuality in Antiquity (3 credits)
- Global History (1 course)
- HIST 120 - Introduction to World History to 1500 (3 credits)
- HIST 121 - Introduction to World History since 1500 (3 credits)
- HIST 274 - Friend or Foe: China and the United States in Trade, War, and the Missionary Movement (3 credits)
- HIST 280 - Modern Imperialism (3 credits)
- HIST 341 - World War Two: Collaboration and Resistance (3 credits)
- HIST 344 - Genocide in the Modern World (3 credits)
- HIST 364 - Latino Identities: Ethnic Diversity in Latin American and United States History (3 credits)
- Regional History (2 courses)
- Africa (1 course)
- HIST 221 - Colonial and Post-Colonial Africa: African Perspectives on Colonialism (3 credits)
- HIST 321 - The Making of Modern Africa (3 credits)
- East Asia (1 course)
- HIST 270 - Modern China (3 credits)
- HIST 314 - The History of Japan and Korea since 1600: At the Origins of Modernity (3 credits)
- Europe (1 course)
- HIST 130 - Introduction to Ancient and Medieval European History (3 credits)
- HIST 131 - Introduction to Modern European History (3 credits)
- HIST 220 - Ancient Rome and the Third Reich: Fascist Appropriations of Classical Antiquity (3 credits)
- HIST 242 - Twentieth Century Europe (3 credits)
- HIST 268 - Russian History from Peter the Great to the USSR (3 credits)
- HIST 272 - Social History in Early Modern Europe: Wanderers, Warriors, and Witches (3 credits)
- Latin America (1 course)
- HIST 260 - History of Latin America Since 1810 (3 credits)
- HIST 263 - Colonial Latin American History (3 credits)
- HIST 365 - Gender and Power in Latin American History (3 credits)
- Middle East (1 course)
- HIST 230 - Model Arab League (3 credits)
- HIST 370 - Modern Middle East (3 credits)
Hope College
Overview:
Hope College is a four-year liberal arts college located in downtown Holland, Michigan. It is known for its strong academic programs, vibrant Christian faith, and supportive community. The college emphasizes a holistic education that prepares students for their vocations and to make a difference in the world.
Services Offered:
Hope College offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Support:
The college provides resources and support for students in their academic pursuits, including a library, writing center, and tutoring services.Student Life:
Hope College offers a variety of student organizations, groups, and events to foster a vibrant campus life.Campus Ministries:
The college provides opportunities for students to engage with their faith through various programs and services.Residential Life:
Hope College offers a variety of housing options for students, including residence halls and apartments.Campus Dining:
The college provides a variety of dining options for students, including a dining hall and cafes.Health Center:
The college provides health services to students through its on-campus health center.Counseling and Psychological Services:
The college offers counseling and psychological services to students.Career Services:
The college provides career services to students, including career counseling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Hope College offers a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Student Organizations:
There are hundreds of student organizations to join, covering a wide range of interests.Campus Events:
The college hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, lectures, and sporting events.Athletics:
Hope College is a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations and sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women.Arts:
The college offers a variety of arts programs and events, including theater, music, and visual arts.Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong Academic Programs:
Hope College offers a rigorous liberal arts education with a focus on academic excellence.Vibrant Christian Faith:
The college is a Christian community that encourages students to explore their faith and engage with the Christian tradition.Supportive Community:
Hope College fosters a strong sense of community, where students feel supported and connected.Beautiful Campus:
The college is located on a picturesque campus in downtown Holland, Michigan.Opportunities for Research:
Students have opportunities to engage in research with faculty members.Academic Programs:
Hope College offers over 90 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs across a variety of disciplines, including:
Arts & Humanities:
Art, Music, Theatre, English, History, Philosophy, ReligionNatural & Applied Sciences:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer ScienceSocial Sciences:
Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Political SciencePre-health Programs:
Pre-medicine, Pre-dentistry, Pre-pharmacyOther:
- Hope College is committed to providing an affordable education and has implemented the "Anchored Tuition Pledge" to hold tuition at the starting rate for each incoming class.
- The college is also working to implement "Hope Forward," a new funding model that will provide fully-funded tuition for every student.
- Hope College is located in Holland, Michigan, a charming city with a rich history and culture.
- The college is close to Lake Michigan, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation.