History of Western Civilization, HIS 101/HIS 102

History of Western Civilization examines the development of western civilization from ancient times to the present.

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History of World Civilization, HIS 111/HIS 112

History of World Civilization surveys Asian, African, Latin American, and European civilizations from the ancient period to the present.

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United States History, HIS 121/HIS 122

The Governor's School U.S. History course conists of two community college courses:

United States History to 1877 - From the VCCS Course Catalog: Introduces the history of the United States from its origins to 1877. Includes the European exploration, development of the American colonies and their institutions, the Revolution, major political, social and economic developments, geographical expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

United States History Since 1865 - From the VCCS Course Catalog: Introduces the history of the United States from 1865 to present. Includes major political, social and economic developments since 1865, overseas expansion, the two world wars, the Cold War and the post-Cold War era. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

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Appalachian History, HIS 205

This course addresses the history of the Appalachian region - from Pre-Columbian period through the early 21st century - with a focus on southern Appalachia. Emphasis will be placed on such skills as historical research, use of primary documents, oral history, archival work, and preservation.

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Appalachian Studies: History & Environment, HIS 205/ENV 121

Appalachian Studies addresses the history and ecology of the Appalachian region from the Pre-Columbian period (prior to 1492) through the early 21st century with a focus on southern Appalachia. The course will cover the major peoples and cultures that contributed to the rise and development of the region known as “Appalachia.” This will include Appalachia’s contributions to U.S. history, emphasizing the major technological, economic and cultural advances of this region. The study of the region’s history will be overlayed with analysis of natural resource use as well as human impacts on the Appalachian environment.

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