United States History
This course examines the major turning points in American history beginning with the events
leading up to the American Revolution, the origins of our constitution, reform movements,
Manifest Destiny, the Civil War and Reconstruction, the impact of the frontier, the changing
nature of business and government, World War I, and the Great Depression. Contemporary
world issues such as globalization, economic interdependence, terrorism and world cultures will
also factor into our analysis of international conflict and cooperation.
World History
The major emphasis of world history is on th