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Instructor: Professor Linus Caesar
Office: History Building #242
Office hours: Weds 9:30-11:00am
Email: [email protected]
Lecture: 9:30-11:00am, Tu/Th
TA: Adrianne Stout
Office: History Building #245
Office hours: M/W 1:00-2:00pm
Email: [email protected]
TA: Brent Anderson
Office: History Building #245
Office hours: M/W 2:00-3:00pm
Email: [email protected]
The study of American history has recently witnessed fundamental revision. History is not simply a series of inevitable events but a contingent process, the origins of which remain open to interpretation. Our principle concern remains to understand not only the outcome of events, but also the origins of them.
Prerequisite(s): course(s) that must be taken prior to this course Co-Requisite(s): course(s) that must be taken prior to or simultaneously Concurrent Enrollment: course(s) that must be taken simultaneously Recommended Preparation: course work or background that is advisable, not mandatory
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Participation: 15% Response Papers: 15% Essay #1: 15% Midterm: 20% Essay #2: 15% Final Exam: 20%
A 90%-100% B 80%-89% C 70%-79% D 60%-69% F < 60%
All essays and papers are due in lecture (due dates are listed on the schedule). No electronic copies will be accepted!
Late work will be deducted 5% per twenty-four hour period that elapses after the due date. If foreseen or unforeseen circumstances prevent you from completing an assignment on time, you may request an extension. Extensions must be requested in advance of the due date. If the situation warrants an extension, we will determine a new due date for the essay based on your individual circumstances.