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Department of Humanities
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Bachelor of Arts:
- History
- Political Science
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Minors:
- French
- History
- Political Science
- Pre-Law
- Spanish
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Associate of Arts:
- General Studies
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Teaching Licensure:
- Social Studies (7-12)
Professors: Gerald Anderson, William Doyle, Eugene Sapadin, Paul Silver, Frederick Wiseman
Associate Professor: N. E. Bou-Nacklie
Assistant Professor: Lisa Cline
Bachelor's Degree Programs
History is recognized as a field central to the liberal arts tradition. Its study of the variety and diversity of human experience through time is vital to developing an educated perspective on the world today.
A history major is an appropriate and useful one for students planning to enter the fields of teaching, public service, museum work, historical preservation and law, as well as those intending to study at the graduate level.
Required Courses Credits
HIS-1111 |
World History I |
3 |
HIS-1112 |
World History II |
3 |
HIS-1211 |
American History I |
3 |
HIS-1212 |
American History II |
3 |
HIS-4730 |
Seminar in Historical Communication |
3 |
HIS-4740 |
Seminar in Historical Investigation |
3 |
Subtotal 18
Electives
HIS 3000/4000 (8 courses)* 24
Total 42
*A minimum of two of these elective courses must be in Third World Civilization/History (Asia, Africa, Latin America, Middle East). Remaining electives may include FRE-2011, FRE-2012, POS-3060 and POS-4010.
Recommended complementary courses: two semesters of a foreign language (eight credits).
Learning Outcomes for History Majors
Each graduate will:
1. Have a general knowledge of the human past and geographical literacy, including events, ideas and individuals that have shaped the world through time.
2. Have an understanding of the economic, political social, cultural and religious historical forces and the complexity of events that reflect the diversity of human experience.
3. Have specific regional and temporal knowledge of "Western" and "non-Western" cultures.
4. Be competent in locating, evaluating, synthesizing and analyzing historical evidence from primary sources and/or
documents.
5. Be capable of understanding, defending, critiquing and developing historical interpretations.
6. Successfully communicate, in oral and written form, his or her findings and interpretations, using proper documentation and scholarly conventions.
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The B.A. in political science is designed to develop understanding of the theoretical and practical relationship between political culture and governmental structures at the four traditional levels of political organization-local, state, national and international. Students develop the ability to compare alternative systems and to understand the actual political process at various levels. Writing and research skills are also developed, especially in seminar and independent research courses. Graduates of the program are prepared for graduate and professional study and for positions of responsibility in public and civic organizations.
Required Courses Credits
POS-1010 |
Introduction to Political Science |
3 |
POS-1020 |
American Politics and Government |
3 |
POS-2050 |
International Economics and Politics |
3 |
POS-2110 |
State and Local Government |
3 |
POS-3010 |
Survey of Western Political Thought |
|
or |
3 |
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POS-3040 |
The Politics of Gender |
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POS-4730 |
Senior Seminar in Political Science |
3 |
Electives
POS-1000/2000 |
(2 courses) |
6 |
POS-3000/4000 |
(5 courses)* |
15 |
Total 39
* These electives may include HIS-2410, HIS-3165, HIS-3312, HIS-3351, HIS-4010.
Political science faculty recommend field experience through a semester internship in, for example, the Vermont General Assembly or Legislative Council, state and federal agencies, newspapers and wire services, the U.S. Congress, international organizations, law offices, Legal Aid, interest groups, public affairs foundations, election campaigns, etc. Such experiences have often led directly to career opportunities in these fields. Internships enable students to meet many of the decision makers in state government and are particularly valuable when integrated with seminars in political science.
Learning Outcomes for Political Science Majors
Each graduate will:
1. Have an ability to think critically and to demonstrate that ability through reading comprehension, critical analysis, and oral expression.
2. Understand the theoretical relationship between political structure and governmental structures at the local, state, national, and international levels.
3. Demonstrate writing and research skills in political science, identification of cause and effect relationships, evaluation of
various political systems and theories; as well as skill in oral communication in debate, discussion and listening.
4. Be capable of writing papers using analytic skills, research, factual information and personal analysis.
5. Use self-evaluation to enhance the goal of becoming a critical thinker.
6. Have developed a personal assessment and career plan supported by practical internship situations that enhance the student's ability to think critically, work with others, and gain field expertise.
Associate's Degree Program
• Associate of Arts in General Studies
This two-year program exposes students to a range of disciplines and provides a sound educational base for future studies at the bachelor's or professional level.
Required Courses
Sixty credits are needed for the degree. Students in the Associate of Arts (A.A.) in general studies program must complete the Fundamental Skills and Disciplinary Exploration (taking one course from each of the seven sub-categories) components of the General Education Core Curriculum. The remaining credits are electives chosen from 1000- and 2000-level courses in consultation with an adviser.
Learning Outcomes for General Studies Majors
All graduating students will be able to:
1. Plan an individualized program to pursue a special interest not available through other JSC degrees.
2. Plan and carry out a program that brings coherence to the student's college experience and/or learning through life experience.
3. Develop and demonstrate bachelor's-level knowledge in at least one stated field of interest, including understanding of the history, language, and dominant methodologies of the field.
4. Demonstrate understanding of some key connections among disciplines in relation to the stated field of interest.
5. Demonstrate understanding of the connections between theoretical learning and practical experience in relation to the stated field of interest.
Minors
Required Courses Credits
POS-1010 |
Introduction to Political Science |
3 |
POS-1020 |
American Politics and Government |
3 |
POS-2050 |
International Economics and Politics |
3 |
POS-2110 |
State and Local Government |
3 |
POS-3010 |
Survey of Western Political Thought |
|
or |
3 |
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POS-3040 |
The Politics of Gender |
Electives
POS 3000/4000 (2 courses) 6
Total 21
The history minor is appropriate for students pursuing careers in teaching, public service, museum work, historic preservation, law and many other fields, as well as those planning graduate study in politics, history, English, anthropology and sociology.
Required Courses Credits
HIS-1111 |
World History I |
3 |
HIS-1112 |
World History II |
3 |
HIS-1211 |
American History I |
3 |
HIS-1212 |
American History II |
3 |
Electives Credits
HIS---- |
Upper-level European History |
3 |
HIS---- |
Upper-level American History |
3 |
HIS---- |
Upper-level History: Africa, Asia, Latin American, or the Middle East |
3 |
Total 21
Required Courses Credits
PHI-1040 |
Introduction to Ethics |
3 |
POS-1020 |
American Politics and Government |
|
or |
3 |
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POS-1010 |
Introduction to Political Science |
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POS-2050 |
International Economics and Politics |
|
or |
3 |
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POS-3010 |
Survey of Western Political Thought |
|
POS-2110 |
State and Local Government |
3 |
POS-3170 |
United States Constitutional Law |
3 |
Electives
HUM 3000/4000 (2 courses) 6
Total 21
The minor in French consists of a minimum of 18 credits in French, at least six of which must be at the 3000-4000 level. Courses taken to satisfy the minor must not be required or be electives within a student's major course of study. The French minor may be gained while pursuing studies in Quebec through the New England-Quebec Program. Students may also satisfy requirements for the minor by taking upper-level independent study courses (FRE-4910) or FRE-3010, "Culture and Civilization through Correspondence and Conversation."
The minor in Spanish consists of a minimum of 18 credits in Spanish, at least six of which must be at the 3000-4000 level. Students can access those upper-level courses by participating in a semester abroad through JSC's affiliation with the National Student Exchange program. Courses may also be taken through JSC's affiliation with Castleton State College (VIT). Courses taken to satisfy the minor must not be required or be electives within a student's major course of study.
Licensure Programs
• Licensure in Social Studies (grades 7-12)
Students interested in obtaining licensure in social studies must submit passing scores on Praxis I and II, complete the B.A. degree in either history or political science and the following courses:
Required Courses Credits
EDU-2110 |
Introduction to Exceptional Populations |
3 |
EDU-2170 |
Adolescent Development |
3 |
EDU-2320 |
Engaged in Creative Teaching and Learning |
3 |
EDU-3020 |
Educational Psychology |
3 |
EDU-3210 |
Secondary Education Methods: General |
2 |
EDU-3230 |
Secondary Education Methods: Social Studies |
1 |
EDU-3240 |
Literacy Development in the Content Areas |
3 |
EDU-4850 |
Secondary Education Student Teaching |
12 |
ENV-1110 |
Introduction to Environmental Problems |
3 |
HIS-3165 |
Vermont History |
3 |
Choose one 3-credit course in ANT, SOC, or HUM that
explores cultural traditions around the world.
Total 39
*Please see other important licensure requirements outlined on pages 28-32 of this catalogue.
The Department of Humanities offers courses with the following designators: FRE (French), HIS (history), HUM (humanities), PHI (philosophy), POS (political science), and SPA (Spanish). To see full course descriptions click here.