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History
Description: This course explores important events in the history of the Islamic World since 1500. It includes both historical and contemporary events, and juxtaposes Islam's history alongside a growing western dominance. The course investigates the development of social, cultural, and intellectual systems in Islamic society, touching on gender, class, religious, and race relations in Islam past and present. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2024 Summer 2024
Requirement Designation: Cultural Understanding
Liberal Studies Essential Skills: Critical Thinking
Prerequisite: Admission to a Personalized Learning program
History
Term : Summer 2023
Catalog Year : 2022-2023
HIST 232 - Islamic Culture Since 1500
Description: This course explores important events in the history of the Islamic World since 1500. It includes both historical and contemporary events, and juxtaposes Islam's history alongside a growing western dominance. The course investigates the development of social, cultural, and intellectual systems in Islamic society, touching on gender, class, religious, and race relations in Islam past and present. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2024 Summer 2024
Requirement Designation: Cultural Understanding
Liberal Studies Essential Skills: Critical Thinking
Prerequisite: Admission to a Personalized Learning program