Course Catalog

History & Political Science

Cultivate a greater understanding of ancient and modern peoples and cultures, history, philosophy, religion, film, and the arts with our thought-provoking classes. Expand your knowledge of the world in a safe and intellectually challenging environment. Discuss new ideas with your peers and instructors. Increase your understanding of the world with new frames of reference. Especially helpful if preparing for travel.

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Supreme Court Decisions That Changed America *NEW!*
Item: HPS1009	Instructor: Sharon Sweeney
Sessions: 6	STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Rm 3-112
Tu 3/31/2026 - 5/5/2026	Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $109.00

How Lame Are Lame Ducks? The Power and Politics of Leaders on Their Way Out - Glenridge *NEW!*
Item: HPSG1012	Instructor: John Scibak
Sessions: 1	Glenridge Academy Rm Mac I
Tu 3/3/2026 - 3/3/2026	Location: 7333 Scotland Way Sarasota, FL 34238
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Fee: $29.00 ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.

Understanding Modern Russia: Domestic Realities and Global Ambitions *NEW!*
Item: HPS1005	Instructor: Thomas Boeke
Sessions: 4	STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Rm 3-113
W 3/4/2026 - 4/1/2026	Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $79.00 NO CLASS MARCH 18.

The 1960s in America: Transformation & Turmoil *NEW!*
Item: HPS1014	Instructor: Sharon Sweeney
Sessions: 6	STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Rm 3-119
W 3/25/2026 - 4/29/2026	Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Fee: $109.00

World War II and Hollywood Heroes . . . or Not *NEW!*
Item: AAF1003	Instructor: George Young
Sessions: 1	STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Rm 3-114
M 3/30/2026 - 3/30/2026	Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Fee: $33.00 ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.

Inside a US Embassy: Diplomacy in Action
Item: HPS1013	Instructor: Tony Kolankiewicz
Sessions: 2	STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Rm 3-119
Tu 4/7/2026 - 4/14/2026	Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $45.00

When America Tried to Fix Itself: Reform, Protest, and Power in the Progressive Era (1890-1920) Class already in session...in some cases it may be possible to allow a late registration. Please call the office at 941-361-6590.
Item: HPS1007	Sharon Sweeney
Day of the Week: M
Dates: 1/26/2026 - 3/9/2026
NO CLASS FEB 16.

The American Revolution: America's First Civil War Class already in session...in some cases it may be possible to allow a late registration. Please call the office at 941-361-6590.
Item: HPS1006	Charles Wise
Day of the Week: Tu
Dates: 2/3/2026 - 3/10/2026

The Life and Times of Theodore Roosevelt Class already in session...in some cases it may be possible to allow a late registration. Please call the office at 941-361-6590.
Item: HPS1001	Charles Wise
Day of the Week: F
Dates: 2/6/2026 - 3/13/2026

Understanding the Middle East Beyond the Headlines Class already in session...in some cases it may be possible to allow a late registration. Please call the office at 941-361-6590.
Item: HPS1010	Thomas Boeke
Day of the Week: F
Dates: 2/13/2026 - 3/27/2026
NO CLASS MARCH 20.

Leading a Nation: The Art of Presidential Leadership Class already in session...in some cases it may be possible to allow a late registration. Please call the office at 941-361-6590.
Item: HPS1008	Sharon Sweeney
Day of the Week: Tu
Dates: 2/17/2026 - 4/14/2026
NO CLASS MARCH 10, 17 & 24.

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