HIST 243 - The Golden Age of Islam: History of the Muslim World to the 16th Century

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Historical overview of the rise of Islam in seventh century Arabia and the political, economic and cultural impact of subsequent expansion into Asia, Africa and Europe.

HIST 446 - Themes and Issues in African History

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

Prerequisite: 3 units in HIST at the 300-level or consent of Department.

HIST 695 - Slavery in Africa

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

HIST 247 - Africa in the 20th and 21st Centuries: From Colonial Rule to Modern Nations

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

African history since the 19th century.

HIST 350 - Slavery and Abolition in Africa

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Explores slave trading out of Africa, domestic slavery within it, and European policies that were used to justify conquering and colonizing the continent. Course materials may include primary documents and images, slave narratives, historical fiction, and videos.