35b. Advanced United States History. A study of selected topics in United States History. Lectures, discussion, and reports by the class. Twice a week; (2). Dr. Stephens. [A. 53; 10:30-11:30.]
36. Research Studies in European Culture. An advanced course of pro-seminar character, open to students who are qualified to pursue graduate work. The subject of study for this summer will be Dante and his times from the historical viewpoint. The work will be conducted by means of lectures and reports based on extensive reading in sources and secondary literature. Students are recommended to purchase Snell’s Handbook to Dante for reference. Twice a week; (2). Professor Trenholme. [A. 53; 11:30-12:30, Tu. Th.]
University of Nebraska.
Lincoln, Neb.
SUMMER SESSION (EIGHT WEEKS), 1910.
AMERICAN HISTORY.
The following courses are intended to meet the needs of three classes of students: (1) teachers of history in Nebraska high schools who may wish to enlarge or perfect their knowledge of the subject they are teaching; (2) undergraduate students desiring to make extra credits towards the Bachelor’s degree; (3) graduate students seeking advanced degrees through summer session work.
2. Revolutionary Period, 1764-1783. British “change of colonial policy” after 1763; the Stamp act, Townshend acts, Tea act, and Intolerable acts; revolution, independence, alliance, confederation; war and peace. Open to all. Five hours attendance; three hours preparation. Three hours credit. Associate Professor Persinger.
9. Territorial Expansion. European rivalries in colonial America; territorial making of original union; diplomacy, politics and geography of the various acquisitions; government and administration of dependencies. Open to advanced students. Five hours attendance; three hours preparation. Three hours credit. Associate Professor Persinger.