• HILA 4501

    Seminar in Latin American History
     Rating

    3.67

     Difficulty

    3.00

     GPA

    3.44

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    The major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. Seminar work results primarily in the preparation of substantial (ca. 25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HIME 4501

    Seminar in Middle East and North Africa History
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     GPA

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    The major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca. 25 pages in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HISA 4501

    Seminar in South Asia
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     GPA

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    The major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca. 25 pages in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HIUS 4501

    Seminar in United States History
     Rating

    3.90

     Difficulty

    3.86

     GPA

    3.47

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    The major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca. 25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HIEU 4502

    Seminar in Post-1700 European History
     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.44

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    The major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca. 25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HIEU 4511

    Colloquium in Pre-1700 European History
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     GPA

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    The major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult. Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HIST 4511

    Major Colloquium
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.77

    Last Taught

    Fall 2024

    The major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult. Students in colloquial prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.

  • HIUS 4559

    New Course in United States History
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     GPA

    Last Taught

    Fall 2024

    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new topic in the subject area of United States history.

  • HIST 4890

    Distinguished Majors Program-Special Colloquium
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.88

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Studies historical approaches, techniques, and methodologies introduced through written exercises and intensive class discussion. Normally taken during the third year. Prerequisite: Open only to students admitted to the Distinguished Majors Program.

  • HIST 4990

    Distinguished Majors Program-Special Seminar
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.94

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Analyzes problems in historical research. Preparation and discussion of fourth-year honors theses. Normally taken during the fourth year. Intended for students who will be in residence during their entire fourth year.  Prerequisite: Open only to students admitted to the Distinguished Majors Program.