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Quite simply, history is the study of human experience. It is a holistic discipline involving political, economic, military, social, intellectual, philosophical, geographical, and cultural aspects of the development of humankind.
After developing a broad background in history, students may specialize in regional (Western, Asian, Middle Eastern, etc.) or topical (political, social, economic, etc.) subject areas. In general, the broad nature of historical studies allows the community college student to take all history classes on the community college level without history prerequisites.
Transfer Possibilities
Students working toward their transfer degree typically take a variety of courses designed to fulfill the general requirements of most four-year colleges and universities. Students intending to transfer to a four-year college for further training in the history field are encouraged to work closely with their advisor to ensure they meet the requirements of the college they wish to attend after Pierce.
History majors
The following courses are recommended for history majors:
- HIST& 126-128: World Civilizations I-III
- HIST& 156-158: History of the United States I-III
Additional specialized courses available for history majors:
- HIST& 159: History of the United States IV
- HIST 168: The Vietnam War as History
- HIST 230: Concise History of Science and Technology
- HIST 260: History of Russia and the Soviet Union
- HIST& 214: Pacific Northwest History
- HIST 270: Intro to the Far East
- HIST 272: Survey of Middle East History
- HIST 277: The Cold War
- HIST 280: Intro to Chinese Civilization
- HIST 284: Intro to the Balkans
John Simpson
History Professor
253-964-7346
(FS)
John Lucas
Instructor
253-840-8369
(PUY)
Chris Vanneson
History Instructor
(253) 840-8479
(PY)
