Spring 2017 Course Syllabi

Dakota College Course Syllabus

Course Prefix/Number/Title:

HIST 104 – United States History from 1877

Course Description:

This class explores the major themes in the political, social, technological and cultural development of

the United States from the era just after the American Civil War, to the removal of U.S. armed forces

from Vietnam. The student will study the time period of almost 100 years; as the United States would

find itself becoming not only the main influence in the western hemisphere, but one of the two lone

superpowers through the Cold War.

Pre/Co-requisite:

none

Course Objectives:

First, the student will have an accurate understanding of the forces leading up to and results from this

historical era. Secondly, the student will be able to identify the key figures and influential actions made.

Finally, the student will also have a greater knowledge of not only this time period, but how the study of

history is directly related to almost every other discipline within a college course catalog. History is truly

a cornerstone of learning, and this course is essential to any college student, no matter the major.

Instructor:

Steven J. Sathre

Office:

Thatcher Hall 2206

Office Hours:

MWF 9:00-10:00

T/Th 1:00-2:00

Phone:

701-228-5456

Email:

steve.sathre@dakotacollege.edu