Graduate Catalog 2024-2025

HIST 6602 United States History Since 1945

A graduate level directed readings course in which conflicting historical interpretations and primary sources comprise major elements of the period from the end of World War II to the present. May be offered online or in the classroom.

Registration Name

US History Since 1945

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Offered

Online: As needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  1. Increased understanding of the major events and individuals of recent American history (since 1945). 
  2. Ability to emphasize the relationship of the past and the present in the history and life of the United States.
  3. Improved ability in written expression.
  4. Improved reading skills.
  5. Improved ability to consider a mass of historical information, critically analyze it, and form logical conclusions about its importance in the life of nation.