HISTORY

Bachelor of Arts

Students studying history at Jessup will find themselves well prepared for graduate study in a number of related disciplines in the liberal arts as well as law school. Students planning on entering seminary will find in a Jessup history major a suitable course of study as well – particularly when considered along with the Bible and theology classes required of all students. In conjunction with the Teacher Education program, students should be well prepared for a single subject credential in history.

42 UNITS

15 WEEK SEMESTERS

ROCKLIN CAMPUS

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The History major at Jessup is unique in that it not only reflects a traditional history curriculum found in the best Liberal Arts institutions but also requires several courses offered by the English and Public Policy departments. Consequently, this makes for a stronger, better-rounded major. Reflecting Jessup’s deep roots in Evangelical Christianity, a required course in the History of the Renaissance and Reformation, as well as electives such as American Religious History and Early Church History, add a further unique flavor to the program. Concentrations in American History, Classical Studies, and Church History allow students to specialize in a variety of historical fields and time periods.

Demonstrate significant general knowledge in and understanding of history
Engage in informed dialog with culture
Evaluate the various cultural underpinnings and applications of the course of study.
Describe various philosophical approaches to the discipline and determine how those approaches fit in with current approaches to other disciples.
Undertake significant primary research in a historical subject and communicate the findings.
Think and write clearly and analytically.
Be prepared for graduate study in a variety of programs.

Program Concentrations
American History
General

Program Courses

Major Courses (9 units)
- HIST231 | World Civilization I
- HIST232 | World Civilization II
- PHIL271 | Introduction to Philosophy
Core Courses (27 units)
- HIST291 | American History
- HIST371 | The Twentieth Century
- HIST331 or HIST336 | History and Archaeology of Ancient Greece or History and Archaeology of Ancient Rome
- HIST441 | Renaissance and Reformation
- HIST481 | California History
- HIST498 | Research and Historiography
- PPOL111 | American Government
- Public Policy (Choose one of the following)
  - PPOL325 | Comparative Government and Politics
  - PPOL341 | Political Economy
  - PPOL361 | Constitution and Civil Rights
- Literature (Choose one of the following)
  - ENGL220| Foundations of British Literature
  - ENGL221 | British Literature since 1800
  - ENGL231 | American Literature to 1865
  - ENGL232 | American Literature 1865 to Present

History Concentrations: Students must choose a concentration listed below.

American History Concentration (15 units)
- HIST315 | History of Religion in America
- HIST381 | History of Colonial America
- History Electives (2)
- Choose one of the following:
  - HIST494 | Modern US History
  - HIST383 | Civil War
  - HIST485 | American Frontier
  - HIST461 | Latin American History
General Concentration (15 units)
- History Electives (5)

To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.

History Minor Courses (18 units)

HIST291 | American History
HIST331 | History and Archeology of Ancient Greece or HIST336 | History and Archeology of Ancient Rome
HIST310 | The Early Church: Paul to Justinian or HIST315 | History of Religion in America
HIST481 | California History or HIST371 | Twentieth Century
History electives (6 units)

To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.

Rex Gurney, Ph.D.

Chair

The study of history gives our students broad sympathy for the best of humanity’s God-given capacity to create culture and society — and an understanding of humanity’s oft-times failure to do so in a positive way. – Rex Gurney

FACULTY

Jessup's dedicated community of faculty, both full-time and adjunct, are here to walk alongside you, equipping you with the knowledge and values you'll need to establish a meaningful career, grow spiritually, and succeed in all areas of your life. Learn more about our full-time faculty.

Julius (Rex) Gurney III, Ph.D.

Professor - Faculty of Humanities and Arts, Chair - History and General Education

Richard Ravalli, Ph.D.

Associate Professor - School of Humanities & the Arts

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