Prerequisites: ENGL 001B with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor
Description: A writing-intensive introduction to world cultures, political systems, war, and revolution in the twentieth century. Topics include the rise and fall of the superpowers, colonization and decolonization, boom and bust, fascism and communism, world wars, and contemporary history. Offers training in writing comparable to that of English 001C. Fulfills the third- quarter writing requirement for students who earn a grade of “C” or better.
Credit: Credit is awarded for only one of HIST 020, HIST 020H, or HIST 020W.