Apr 14, 2026  
2025-2026 Catalog SVC 
    
2025-2026 Catalog SVC

HSC 068 - HSC Washington State History and Ethnic Studies


Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 55
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: This course examines major developments in Washington State history and the Pacific Northwest region.

Prerequisite: HSC/ELA 018 with a C or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Evaluate key ideals established in preliminary, primary, and secondary source materials, including tribal treaties, the Washington State Constitution, and other fundamental documents.
  2. Evaluate the impact of individuals and movements on Washington State history by analyzing conflicting information from two or more sources.  
  3. Describe the structure and functions of the Washington State government.
  4. Use dominant and marginalized narratives to explain the themes in and relationships between eras in Washington State history.
  5. Create a counter narrative that centers on their cultural backgrounds, their communities, and their experiences as sources of expertise.

Course Contents
  1. Topics may contain, but are not limited to, Washington state culture and economics, Washington State Constitution and tribal treaties, and major events in Washington State history.


Instructional Units: 5