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College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

History
Fred A. Bailey, Chair
ACU Box 28130, Abilene, Texas 79699-8130
Hardin Administration Building, Room 324
Phone: 325-674-2544
Fax: 325-674-2369
Email: baileyf@acu.edu
Web: www.acu.edu/history
Faculty
Dawn Alexander-Payne, Instructor
Fred A. Bailey, Professor
Mark Cullum, Instructor
Arlie J. Hoover, Professor
Ronald Morgan, Associate Professor
Ed Robinson, Assistant Professor
John Robinson, Senior Faculty
Tracy Shilcutt, Assistant Professor
Vernon L. Williams, Professor
Allan Yarema, Assistant Professor
Majors
History
History (One-Field Teacher
Certification Grades 8-12)
Social Studies for Teachers (Grades 8-12)

Minor
History

The Department of History offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in
history, the Bachelor of Science degree in History (One-Field Teacher
Certification Grades 8-12) and social studies for teachers (Grades 8-12).
A minor in history or ethnic and women's studies may be added to
other majors.
The Master of Science degree in history is available. See the Graduate
School section of this catalog.
Introduction
The Department of History seeks to help students comprehend
the present state of the world through a study of some of the
essential currents of the past. The department strives to provide an
understanding of the experiences of mankind, to stimulate thought
concerning various institutions and ideas, and to promote ethical
standards in keeping with the Christian faith.
There is an attractive future for those who specialize in history,
including such areas as the following:
* College Teaching. This is one of the most desirable careers
for history majors. For those who go on to a master's degree,
openings may be available in junior colleges. Senior college
positions may be available to those who attain the PhD.
* Government Service. Careers for historians exist in local,
state and federal governments.
* Graduate Studies. History is an exceptionally good area for
preparation for graduate studies in fields that require broad,
liberal arts education at the undergraduate level.
* Journalism. History is splendid preparation for students
who seek graduate study and careers in journalism.
* Law. History is one of several fields especially suitable as
pre-law education.
* Museums, Archives and Libraries. The creation of special
documents collections, presidential libraries, research centers
and historical society museums has increased opportunities for
persons with history training. Additional technical training may
be required.
* High School Teaching. Teaching history in high schools
requires state certification. Certification may be obtained by
combining the Bachelor of Arts degree in history with specific
education courses needed for teacher certification or by
completing the Bachelor of Science degree in social studies
for teachers (Grades 8-12).

Study Abroad Expectations
All students are encouraged to participate in ACU's Study Abroad
program. Classes offered at Study Abroad sites vary depending on
the site. Academic advisors can assist students in planning ahead for
their Study Abroad experience and should be consulted during the
freshman year.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Science: 4 semesters of HS science other than physical science, or _27 on ACT
science subscore.
Deficiency: 3 hours in field other than HS field.
Foreign Language: 4 semesters, one language, in HS.
Deficiency: 6 hours in one language.
OTHER NOTES
Entering students with fewer than 64 hours and all students planning to take their first
college math course must have appropriate SAT/ACT/COMPASS scores for placement.
Consult the current university catalog for information on the schedule of future course
offerings and prerequisites for course enrollment.
See catalog for dual major and dual degree requirements.
Exceptions must be approved on the appropriate exception or substitution form.
ELECTIVES
General electives (may include deficiency); may not include developmental courses
numbered 0**; arrange to ensure >33 advanced hours.

HISTORY (BA)

Admission Requirements
Before being admitted to this program, a student must satisfy the
requirements listed in the SAT/ACT Placement section of this catalog.
BA: HISTORY DEGREE PLAN (HIST)
Bible
BIBL 101 Life and Teachings of Jesus ...................................... 3
BIBL 102 Acts-Revelation .......................................................... 3
BIBL 211 Message of the Old Testament ..................................................................... 3
BIBL 212 Christianity in Culture ........................................................................ ..................... 3
Advanced Bible . .................. .. 3......................................3
English
ENGL 111 Com position and Rhetoric ............................................................................ 3
Literatu re ...................................................................................................................... . . . . 3
COMS 111 Fundamentals of Communication ............................................................ 3
History
HIST 221 American History I ........................................ 3
Science
Courses in two fields: biology, chemistry, geology, physics, AENV 130, NUTR 120 ...... 6
Mathematics
> M A T H 120 ............................................................................... 3.................................. . . . . 3
EX SC 100 + 3 activities ................................................................. 4......................................... 4
U N IV 100 U niversity Sem inar ................................................................................................ 1
TO TA L U N IVERSITY CO RE ........................................ ............................................... 41
English
ENGL 112 Com position and Literature ............... ........................................ 3
Literatu re ...................................................................................................................... . . . . 3
Social Sciences/Humanities
H IST 222 A m erican H istory II ......................................................................................... 3
Choose from: anthropology, economics (also AGRB 261), geography, philosophy,
political science, psychology, sociology (maximum one course per area) .................. 6
Foreign Language
FL 221,222 ........................................................ 6.......................................................6
Fine Arts
Choose one: ART 101, MUSM 230, THEA 220 or THEA 250 ............................................. 3
T O TA L B A C O R E .......................................................................................................................... 24
Lower Division Requirements
H IST 1 17 C iv ilizatio n I ............................................................................................................. 3
H IST 1 18 C iv ilizatio n II ............................................................................................................ 3
Upper Division Requirements
H IST 353 H isto rical M etho ds .................................................................................................. 3
A dvanced United States Selections ...................................................................................... 9
Advanced Non-United States Selections .............................................................................. 9
(must include one of HIST 474, 475, 478 or 482; HIST 496 may not be used to
fulfill major requirements)
T O TA L ............................................................................................................................................ 2 7
A minor is optional as part of the electives.
M in im u m ........................................................................................................................................ 3 6

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